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2003 Athena Yearbook

Volume 98

Ohio University

Athens, OH

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athena 2003 staff

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Staff/Table of Contents

molly tinker

nick feltch
erica lutterbein

abby berger

Jennifer bishop

katie brandt

beth comer

lee freedman

stacia golem

Jennifer lambert
kelly michael
Jessica moss

michelle shively
kevin ziegler

maria waltner

andrea kjerrumgaard
ki-eun kweon

katie labbe

robin pfingst

lisa swarbrick

alicia whissel

bryan duffie

Christopher mowder

heather ryerson

ming tsang

Jessica folger

hilary hempstead

Christopher mowder

kathy sand

valerie turner

james rodgers

timothy price

table of contents

student life

athletics

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residence life

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student activities

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academics

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\dministration

Robert Glidden

Gary North

Charles P. Bird

President of the University

Vice President for Administration

Vice President for Regional
Higher Education

Alan H. Geiger

Leonard Raley

John A. Bantle

Assistant to the President

Vice President for University
Advancement

Vice President for Research

lancy Prichard Crist

Richard P. Siemer

Michael Sostarich

Decial Assistant to the President
)irector, Office of the President

Vice President for Finance and
Treasurer

Vice President for Student Affairs

Maggi Channell

Decial Assistant to the President
Director, Events and
Communications

Erek Perry

Assistant to the President for
Diversity

Thomas Hodson

aecial Assistant to the President

Cathy Cooper

Administrative Coordinator

Stephen Kopp

Provost

Ohio University Board ofTrustees

Patricia A. Ackerman

M. Lee Ong

Gordon F. Brunner, chairman

C. Daniel DeLawder

Larry L. Schey

M. Marnette Perry

R. Gregory Browning

C. David Snyder

Robert D.Walker, Vice Chairman

Barry J. SpiirlOCk, Student Trustee

Tara M. StUCkey, Student Trustee

Alan H. Geiger, secretary

Richard P. Siemer, Treasurer

It was neat to take
my brother to the
game and let him
experience all the
school spirit.

- Leanna Jadwisiak,
on Sibs' Weekend

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student life

homecoming

halloween

feature

dads' weekend

sibs' weekend

multicultural events

black history month

snow day

Students and alumni
homecoming victory

by katie br.J

he dark, cloudy sky and rain-soaked streets failed to keep the OU students, alumni and their
children away. They lined the sidewalk and crowded the windows of the Baker Center as the
I Student Alumni Board
kicked off Homecoming
weekend with the fourth
annual "Yell Like Hell" pep
rally Thursday, October 10.

Throughout the
evening, the Marching 110
provided the crowd and
OU's dance team with
booming beats. The band
filled Union Street in front
of Baker Center, shouting,
dancing, and making the
already enthusiastic crowd
even more excited for
Saturday's parade and foot-
ball game. The OU cheer-
leading squad also played a
part in the event, periodical-
ly launching mini-footballs
into the crowd from where
they stood beside the dance
team on the Baker Center's
steps.

As the rally came to
a close, OU football head
coach Brian Knorr took hold
of the microphone.

"Each of these
men," he began, referring to
the team standing before
him, "is going to play their
tails off Saturday and bring
home a Homecoming win!"

The crowd erupted
with cheers at Knorr's
promise.

For those who
attended the pep rally, the
Marching 110 served as a
preview for the coming
weekend.

During Saturday's parade the band led the way through downtown Athens and stormed
Peden Stadium's field for the football half-time show, keeping everyone present in anticipation of
what was to come. Even some alumni opted to participate, marching in the Alumni Marching 110
during the parade and during the half-time show.

"The parade was my favorite," stated first-year Marching 110 tuba player Ben Saylor,
"especially going down Court Street and seeing all the people cheering and dressed in Bobcat
clothing."

"I loved it," OU alumna Verna Shivley said of the parade. For the first time since her grad-
uation in 1943, Shivley returned to OU and decided to walk around the campus on a self-guided

Student Life I Homecoming

Above: Senior Justin Middau
shows his support for l
Bobcats and the OU Water
Team as he coasts along Un|
Street during the Homecomi
parade.

All photos on these pages by Alicia Whissel

Left: Members of the Marching 110 crank it up
a notch while performing in front of screaming
Bobcat fans during the Homecoming Parade.

Below: Sophomore Mandy Smith, senior
Denise Antram, sophomore Erica Westa and
junior Rachel Burda "Come Home" to the Delta
Zeta Sorority house in style as they ride atop
their float in the Homecoming Parade.

Fjht: The OU Bobcat cheers for
team during the Homecoming
rade. Later in the day, the
beats delivered a 55-27 victory
sr Eastern Michigan.

tour after the parade. "I miss the old part of the campus,'
she continued, reminiscing of days spent dancing the jit
terbug at the Student Union and taking part in schoo
events.

Alumni and friends Roger Farr and Jerry Amato,
both of the class of 1963, also attended the parade and
football game Homecoming weekend.

"I love the festive atmosphere; it's like returning to
roots," Amato said.

"We've seen all the changes," Farr continued.
"Every year we come down here, there's something differ-
ent."

Farr also recalled that in the years he spent at OU
as a football player, only 8,000 students attended the
school. About 20,000 are currently enrolled.

Later in the day, the OU Bobcats rushed into Peden
Stadium, prepared to beat the Eastern Michigan Eagles. In
the end, they did, with a final score of 55-27. The score was
OU's highest since 1976's 63-15 victory over Northern
Illinois.

First-year student and O-Zone member Ed Battes
watched the game from the edge of his seat at the 50-yard
line. "OU winning a game is a big thing. It was even bet-
ter because it was Homecoming and all the alumni were
there," he said.

In addition to the football-playing Bobcats keeping
the crowd enthusiastic with their rushing and passing abil-
ities, the Marching 110 Bobcats, along with the Alumni
Band, appealed to the fans with their renditions of various
Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne covers during half-time.
All the late night practices proved worthwhile as the crowd
cheered uncontrollably, and people jumped to their feet as
the band took over the field in strict order.

"In terms of performances, that was most likely the
most exciting performance of the year," Saylor said. "It
was nice to see the alumni come back, and it was really
neat to see different people of all ages playing and having
a good time."

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because they
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into it, and the
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that they used
made them

sound a lot like
what's actually
on the album,"
he said.

Homecoming
2002 proved
extremely suc-
cessful, leaving
alumni and stu-
dents alike count-
ing down the
days until 2003's
festivities.

Student Life I Homecoming

Left: Freshman Brad Young runs
the ball in the Homecoming game
as sophomore Dave Williams
blocks for him.

Below: The 2002 Black Student
Cultural Programming Board,
Homecoming Coronation King
Luis Villasenor, a junior, and
Queen Jenay Wright, a senior,
pose at Baker University Center
Ballroom. Photo by Ki-Eun
Kweon.

)ve: Members of the Alumni Marching 110's drumline join the current band members out on the field during halftime of the Homecoming
ne.

)osite Page, Top: This years 'Yell Like Hell' Homecoming pep rally was filled with supporters like juniors Beth Hegarty and Steve Oswanski
3 danced to the beats of the Marching 110. Photo by Andrea Kjerrumgaard.

sosite Page, Bottom: Justin Roush of Pomeroy evades an Eastern Michigan defender with a little help from a teammate.

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nother Halloween

by Jennifer lambu

hosts and witches and cats, oh my! If
you were in Athens on Halloween
weekend, November 1-3, that is just a
small taste of what you saw. There was
everything from a fireman to a French maid,
the running of the bulls to celebrity
Jeopardy.

Brigid McGuire, a first-year special
education major from Lodi, Ohio, said it was
her first Halloween in Athens, and it was
more crowded than she expected. "It was
really fun," she said. She didn't stay uptown
long, but she stayed long enough to get the
"Athens Halloween experience."

Most of the people in the crowd on
Saturday night seemed to be having a great
time. Karissa Potter, a senior advertising
major from Little Hocking, Ohio, said she
saw a few people fall down, but someone
was always there to help them get back up
and on their feet. McGuire said she expect-
ed the crowd to be more chaotic and violent
than it was. "I was really surprised about
how nice everyone was being to each other,"
McGuire said.

This year the crowd was a little safer
than they have been in past years. The
police reported fewer arrests this year than
in the past few years. Bill Young, an electri-
cal engineering graduate student from
Athens, said he could tell the crowd wasn't
as wild this year. "I didn't see any fights this
year, but last year one broke out right in
front of me," Young said.

Potter said she dressed up as a cat
and saw many other cats and a lot of bun-
nies uptown during the block party. She also
noted that bubble wrap was a popular cos-
tume for men.

Of course, everyone had a favorite
costume of the night. McGuire said the best
costume she saw was a boy who had on a
fat suit and a bikini. She said she had
planned to dress up, but the freezing weath-
er deterred her plans. She said she would
like to dress-up next year as long as it was-
n't too cold again. Young said the best cos-
tumes he saw were girls dressed as French
maids and the guys dressed as the Girls
Gone Wild film crew.

Wading through the masses of
ghosts, goblins and SpongeBob
Squarepants-es, it seemed most students made it out safe and with smiles on their faces.

Above: Anyone searching for a one-night stand can keep looking, unless they just need
a place to set their alarm clock. Photo by Alicia Whissel

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Left: These hags mix up some Halloween trouble on
Court Street during the annual Halloween bash. Photo
by Alicia Whissel

Below: Musicians join in the Halloween celebration,
playing at stages set up on Court Street as well as in
the local bars.

Top Left: Friends help each other get
ready to join the party. Outlandish make-
up and face painting becomes common in
Athens at Halloween.

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Bottom Left: Friends stick together during
Halloween in Athens by locking arms.
Some reports estimate that crowds
peaked at over 20,000 people this year.

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Bottom Right: Sometimes the best way to
enjoy Halloween in Athens is to sit back
and watch - which is just what this visitor
did while perched on the steps of the
county courthouse.

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Coffee shops create
atmosphere

by michelle shive

estled among the bars that line Court Street are four coffeehouses. These four establishments offer sti
dents unique atmospheres to study, relax, and socialize, all while getting a great cup of coffee.

The most obvious reason for hanging out at a coffeehouse is, of course, the coffee. "Basically, I lid
to drink coffee," said junior Ken Mitskavich. "I'm already there at the coffeehouse, so I might as well s
down."

Several of the coffeehouses seem to invite students to relax with oversized chairs and comfortabl
couches. Second-year student Giannalisa Ciaffoncini is a frequent customer at Perks. "I like the big glas
windows and the location," she said. "It's a great place to people-watch."

Senior Angie Nieporte is an occasional patron of the coffeehouses. "Sometimes I need to study, so
figure that coffee will at least wake me up a little bit," she said. "The atmosphere is relaxing but not like
library where it's completely different."

The Front Room is located on the ground floor of
Baker University Center. Amber Aaron, a first-year grad-
uate student, comes to The Front Room, "because it's
convenient and close to where I'm usually going... I usu-
ally meet friends for a break from studying," she said.

The Front Room sponsors open-stage nights that
attract a whole new crowd to the coffeehouse scene.
Performers invite their friends and bring in people who
may not have ever been inside one of the coffeehouses
before. "There are roughly 150 to 200 people at Open
Stage on Friday nights," estimated senior Katie
Snowden, an employee atThe Front Room. She said that
people come to see their friends and then leave after
their friend's fifteen minutes onstage. The next per-
former brings a whole new group of people. "There's a
lot of people coming and going all night."

The Front Room also features a different band
each Saturday night. Depending on the band's populari-
ty, up to 300 people will attend. "We have everything
from punk and garage bands to Irish music to a lot of
acoustic stuff," Snowden said. She remembers one of
her favorite acts from last year, which consisted of two
performers: one on a typewriter and one on a ukulele.
The crowd loved them.

"The biggest thing about the Front Room is that
we have a crazy sort of character that is just very laid
back," explained Snowden.

Donkey Coffee and Espresso also attracts cus-
tomers with entertainment, such as poetry readings,
nights, and scheduled concerts. Some students might visit Donkey
for a different reason. "The coffee is organic and FairTrade Coffee,"
explained first-year student Alex Csicsek. "So you can be socially
conscious as you're drinking your coffee."

Other coffeehouses feature signature food items that lure
students into their establishments. Brenen's Coffee Cafe has a full
deli serving soups, salads, and sandwiches, along with coffee and
other beverages. Employee Jaeda Presson, a third-year student,
thinks that Brenen's is popular, "because we have food, too - you
can get a sandwich along with your coffee." Most other coffeehous-
es offer a selection of varied pastries, muffins and other snacks.

Whatever reason students have for hanging out in coffee-
houses, they likely will not change in the years to come. The cof-
feehouses in Athens will continue to be places that encourage relax-
ation, studying, lots of fun with friends, and drinking a lot of coffee.

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Right: Musicians warm up for one ofThe Front Room's baker Nights concerts. Baker University
Center provides free entertainment for students each weekend, including scheduled concerts and Open
Mic Nights onThe Front Room stage.

Top Left: A student studies inThe Front Room. Besides serving as a meeting place and a venue for con-
certs, local coffeehouses attract many people with their studious atmospheres.

Middle Right: Seniors Melissa Murray, Shelby Gibson and April Wackerman relax, share pictures and
enjoy the afternoon at Brenen's Coffee Cafe. Photo by Alicia Whissel.

Middle Left: Just another average day — Jaeda Presson, junior, makes change for Monica Chillious,
freshman, after Chillious ordered lemonade at Brenen's Coffee Cafe. Photo by Alicia Whissel.

Bottom: A student lounges inThe Front Room as she completes some reading for a class. Several of
the coffeehouses provide couches and comfortable armchairs to add a home-away-from-home feel.

Dads
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by Jennifer bish]

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Some students

for the weekend

hio University has always offered
a number of special days that
some other schools do not pro-
vide. Family activities are among the
features that set Ohio University apart
from the rest. Many schools have par-
ent weekends, but few have weekends
specifically for dads, moms, and sib-
lings.

Dads' Weekend began on Friday,
January 17, with a full line-up of activi-
ties to keep dads and students busy all
weekend and into the early hours of
the morning. From Friday night to
Sunday, the streets
dads and students,
were even "adopted
by the dads visiting friends and room-
mates.

Baker University Center hosted
Game Nights both Friday and Saturday
with games ranging from pingpong to
pool. As usual, Bad Art After Dark
offered a relaxed evening creating
keepsakes. Karaoke, Open Stage and
presentations at Lindley Cultural
Center and the Kennedy Museum of Art
were also offered. For those who want-
ed to stay out until morning and were
looking for a little fright, Scream aired
as the Midnight Movie at the Athena
Cinema all weekend.

On Saturday, many dads and
students made their way to the
Convocation Center to see the Bobcats
battle the Miami Redhawks on the bas-
ketball court. Dads filled the Convo,
some even venturing into the O-Zone.
Despite great efforts and the presence
of the spirited dads, Ohio lost the
game. However, later in the evening
the OU club hockey team faced off against Wisconsin, winning their game. Rochelle Sewer, a first-year sti
dent stated, "The hockey game was probably my favorite part of the weekend."

The array of activities was not the only thing on the minds of students during Dads Weekeni
According to many, the most exciting part of the weekend besides seeing Dad was eating "real food." Trj
break from dining-hall food and boxed macaroni was greatly appreciated. From Friday night to Sunde'
afternoon, students and fathers wandered up and down Court Street searching for meals.

However, the biggest event of the weekend was the guest speaker atTempleton-Blackburn Alumi
Memorial Auditorium. The university arranged for Rich Eisen, an ESPN anchor, to visit the campus Saturd^
night to provide an insider's look at the sports industry. Mark Abramowicz and his father went to listen t
Eisen and his views. "We saw Rich Eisen, which was a lot of fun, but the best part was hanging out with rrl
dad and all my friends at the same time. He's a really funny guy, and I think all my friends picked up on thai

Sewer summed up many students' feelings, stating, "I was really glad he came. We laughed a lot an
had a lot of fun together."

Student Life I Dads' Weekend

Top left:

Joe Lutz and his
son Tommy
enjoy a game of
pool Saturday
evening during
Dad's weekend.

Top Right:
Kristen and Jay
Barker (left) and
Dick and Renee
Brenneman
(right), unwind
in the Corner
Room at Baker
Center. When
asked about the
weekend, they
said they,

"loved the

cheers at the
hockey game."

Bottom and
Opposite Page:
Many fathers
could be seen
at the basket-
ball game
cheering on the
Bobcats along-
side their son
or daughter.

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Sibs

college life

by stacia golem

ne of Ohio University's most celebrated traditions is Sibs' Weekend, a time for younger brothers
and sisters, or even cousins, neighbors and friends, to visit their college-attending elders for a
■chance to experience college life, or just to have fun with their loved ones. Some older siblings
come and join the fun as well.

Held February 28 through March 2, this year's Sibs' Weekend provided various activities appeal-
ing to all age groups and personalities. Sporting events, musical shows, movies and art activities
geared toward the younger crowd were scheduled throughout the weekend.

One of the more popular events, especially for younger children, was the Rec Fest at Ping
Recreation Center, a carnival-type activity with laser-tag, inflatable games, caricature artists and the
like. Another popular event was Busta Rhymes in concert, held at Templeton-Blackburn Alumni
Memorial Auditorium, a fun happening for teen-aged visitors. First-year student Lauren Carlin said,
"Busta did a great job interacting with the audience, which made the show that much more enjoyable
for everyone."

For sports fans, the men's basketball team played a Mid-American Conference game at the
Convo, and Bird Arena hosted the ACHA tournament, meaning hockey games were played all week-
end. Ohio University played two games, winning the semi-final game against Arizona, and coming in
second place overall. "It was neat to take my little brother to the game to let him experience all the
school spirit," said first-year student Leanna Jadwisiak. "He had a lot of fun among all the excitement."

Although university-sponsored activities abounded,
many little siblings who visited were in the high school range,
and they came try-
ing to get a taste of
the college inde-
pendence that is in
their near futures.
"My brother is a jun-
ior in high school, so
I wanted him to feel
what it is like to be
in college," stated
sophomore Justin
Feldkamp. "Plus, I
hadn't seen him in a
while, and I wanted
to spend some qual-
ity time with him."
Whatever the rea-
sons for visiting, sib-
lings and their hosts
were provided with
a wide array of activ-
ities to help them
get to know OU, and
each other, a little
better.

Student Life I Sibs' Weekend

Left: Students and siblings enjoy the carnival at
Jefferson Hall. The carnival, held Saturday night,
included games, blackjack tables, food and prizes
for students and siblings of all ages.

Photos by Katie Labbe

Programs promote
ing

by michelle shivel

Ohio University students are fortunate enough to have access to two different departments devoted!
multicultural programming. Both the Office of Multicultural Programs, located in Baker Center, arl
Lindley Cultural Center provide opportunities for students of all ethnicities to participate in campuj
events. The mission statement of the Office of Multicultural Programs is "to provide a diverse range of pro
grams and opportunities that are educational, recreational, social and cultural," according to the office. "Til
staff develops programs that increase understanding and appreciation of cultural differences by familiariz-
ing the campus community with the contributions and histories of African-American, Hispanic/Latino
American, Asian-American and Native American cultures."

Programs that the Office of Multicultural Programs supports include Hispanic Heritage Month il
October, Kwanzaa activities, Black History Month in February, Women's History Month and Asian America!
Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May. Multicultural Programs plans activities like movies, lectures and per
forming arts events to celebrate these cultures and raise awareness for different cultures on the OU campul

The Blackburn/Spencer Scholarship and Achievement Awards are awarded to OU students who havj
made significant contributions to the university community while maintaining excellent academic record!
These awards honor Martha Jane Hunley Blackburn, the first African American female graduate of OU anc
Donald A. Spencer, the first African American Chairman of OU's Board of Trustees.

Within the Office of Multicultural Programs, students can join several different organizations. One U
these, Alpha Psi Lambda, is a fraternity for Hispanic and Latino students. They do not, however, limit theii
membership to only multicultural students. President Alisha Rojas
said, "The biggest benefit is helping to educate the students on
campus about another growing culture." The fraternity tries to
reach out to the Athens and Hocking communities and plan pro-
grams that are both educational and fun social events. During
Hispanic Heritage Month, Alpha Psi Lambda helped plan various
activities that produced impressive turnouts. Speaker Maria
Hinjosa spoke to a crowd of more than one hundred students on
the challenges she faced due to her heritage.

Other organizations include Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
- Phi Chapter, the Black Student Cultural Programming Board
(BSCPB), Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Ohio University
National Pan-Hellenic Council, National Society of Black
Engineers, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Native Peoples
Awareness Coalition (NPAC) and many others.

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was the first African-
American, Greek-letter organization and the first African-American
organization, overall, established at OU. The BSCPB was estab-
lished to provide social, cultural, educational and recreational pro-
grams for minority students, primarily African-American students.
Its annual activities include the Homecoming Pageant and Dinner,
Sibs Weekend Variety Show and Sibs Weekend Concert. The OU
National Pan-Hellenic Council serves as the governing body for
the historically African-American fraternities and sororities on
campus.

The Cultural Center's purpose is to provide a place of learning and cultural teaching. The focus is inter
cultural and all members of the OU community are encouraged to take part in its activities regardless of thei
background. Better human understanding towards all cultures is the goal of their programs and studies.

Student Life I Multicultural Events

1 3: Wesley Byers (right), a graduate student, explains the Vietnamese New Year to graduate students Yoko Sase and Bo Zhu, and Ryota Deguchi

I 't), a Japanese instructor, at Morton Hall on February 8. Photo by Ki-Eun Kweon

E ttom Left: Students Makiko Kudo, Bo Shn, Keiko Mae and Josh Bear talk during a Japanese coffee gathering. Photo by Andrea Kjerrumgaard
Ettom Right: Van l_e explains traditional Vietnamese New Year food to the audience while Yossi Neiman looks on. Photo by Ki-Eun Kweon

Campus events

Black history

by erica lutterbei

n February, America celebrated Black History Month, and Ohio University joined in the celebration with vai

ious events on campus. Events ranged from concerts to conferences to speakers, and were sponsored by

OU organizations like the International Student Union, Lindley Cultural Center, The Office of Multicultural

Programs, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Health and Human Services, National Pan-Hellenic Council, National

Society of Black Engineers, Black Student Cultural Programming Board, and the Black Studeni

Communication Caucus.

The Kennedy Museum of Art
also contributed to the campus'
recognition of Black History Month
with two exhibits during February
and March. "Genesis, Hiroshima
and Toussaint L'Ouverture: Three
Series of Prints by Jacob Lawrence"
featured prints by Jacob Lawrence,
a world-famous African-American
Artist. The other exhibit was entitled
"People of Color: A Multicultural
Role in History." It was a collection
of photographs and artifacts that
told the story of families from the
small Athens County town of
Kilvert, according to The Post. The
exhibit was by guest curator David
Butcher.

According to Ohio

University's Office for Diversity,
other campus events in Honor of
Black History Month included a con-
cert by Jimmy Bosch, a reputable
trombonist; Sankofa Museum, an

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slave trade; Nguzo Saba Leadership
Conference; speaker Michael
Christopher, an African-American
comic book author; Taste of Culture,
a gathering where students shared
a meal and competed in African-
American trivia games; Community
and Campus Day II, which celebrat-
ed Southeast Ohio's African-
American history; speaker
Christopher Edley Jr., former
Presidential advisor and civil rights
activist; Malcolm X Commemorative, which featured speaker and activist Muriel Feelings; the Black Studenj
Communication Caucus Conference, which featured workshops to prepare students for the communication^
industry; and Africa Day, when the Atrium Cafe in Grover Center served authentic African dishes.

African history has been celebrated in America since 1926, when Dr. Carter G.Woodson, an African]
American scholar, instituted it because of the lack of African-American representation he found in history 1
books. He chose February to celebrate African-American history because Frederick Douglass and Abraharr
Lincoln, two people Woodson thought had greatly influenced African Americans, both had February birth]
days.

Student Life I 8lack History Month

February is a significant month for African-American history in many ways:
•February 23, 1868: Writer W.E.B. DuBois was born
•February 3, 1870:The Fifteenth Amendment gave African Americans the right

to vote
•February 25, 1870: Hiram R. Revels became the first black U.S. senator
•February 12, 1909:The National Association for the Advancement of Colored

People (NAACP) was founded.
•February 1, 1960: A group of black students held a sit-in at a segregated

Woolworth's lunch counter and made history.
•February 21, 1965: Malcolm X was shot and killed.

bve Left: Students gather at one of the many events held during Black History Month. These events were planned with the goal of inspiring
dents to think about the lasting impression many African Americans have made on the U.S. and Ohio University.

□ve Right: The Kennedy Museum of Art, located at the Ridges, held two exhibits celebrating Black History Month, including the one seen
bve.

Students

snow dav

by molly tink

Because of dangerous weather, President Robert Glidden closed the university on Monday, February 1
After a weekend of heavy snow and ice, students had a free day to go sledding, have snowball fights an
build snowmen.

A level-three snow emergency kept most cars off the roads and allowed students to roam the tow

and campus on foot. Cold weather and accumulated snow did not prevent many students from finding
way to enjoy their free day. On nearly every hill, students could be seen sledding on anything that looke
like it might work. Students stood at the top of the Jefferson Hill cheering each other on as they tried to sle
on food trays, mattresses, laundry baskets, cardboard and various other materials. Even skis and snow
boards appeared occasionally.

On other parts of campus, students put their creativity to the test. Snow-forts and igloos were buil'
Snowmen of all sizes appeared, and even a snow bobcat was built on South Green. Several residents of th
Front Four used giant snowballs to block off Stewart Street in front of Crawford Hall, forcing drivers to fin'
an alternate route.

Many students who had left town for the weekend did not make it back until Tuesday, causing man
to miss classes. "I had to miss my advertising classTuesday afternoon because I was trapped up in Michiga
and couldn't make it back in time," said second-year student Andrea Kjerrumgaard. "My professor didn
really care though."

Classes officially resumedTuesday morning at 10, although many professors and instructors chose t
cancel classes on their own because of the still-hazardous roads.

Student Life i Snow Day

Top Right: Students slide and climb upon a snow-covered building.
Photo by James Patterson

Top left: Enjoying the snow and a day off from classes, freshman Maria
Waltner and Beth Bouchard build a snowman on south green. Photo
courtesy of Maria Waltner

Bottom Photos:
Students slide
down Jefferson
Hill on any-
thing nearby.
Photo by
James
Patterson

The players are
more than just
your teammates;
they are your best
friends.

- Carl Fechko,
on Men's Rugby

athletics

football

women's soccer

cross country

volleyball

field hockey

o-zone

men's basketball

women's basketball

men's swimming/diving

women's swimming/diving

cheerleading

dance team

marching 110

feature

hockey

gymnastics/equestrians

women's club sports

men's club sports

intramurals

outdoor pursuits

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kelly michael

Head Coach Brian Knorr's second season at the helm of the football program was muc
more successful than his first. The Bobcats improved their MAC record by three games.

The Ohio FootballTeam opened their season by playing two perennial bowl contenders i
their first three games. Against the University of Pittsburgh in the first game of the seasor
Pittsburgh jumped out to a 13-0 halftime lead on a nine-yard touchdown run and two field goals
The Bobcats managed two rushing touchdowns in the second half, but they were not enough a
the Bobcats fell 27-14.

A dismal offense performance doomed the Bobcats the following weekend as they lo!
their home opener at Peden Stadium to Division 1AA foe Northeastern 31-0.

The Bobcats were 43 point underdogs as they traveled to Gainesville, Florida to play th
Florida Gators at the Swamp. Tropical storm Hanna caused a 50-minute delay as the Bobcats he!
a 3-0 lead against the 12 tn ranked team in the country. Despite 213 rushing yards for the Bobcat!
Florida prevailed 34-6.

The Bobcats finished their pre-conference schedule 0-4 as they lost to the University c
Connecticut the following weekend.

The first MAC conference game of the season for the Bobcats resulted in their first win. l|
Peden Stadium,
the Bobcats out-
lasted Buffalo 34-
32 on a Kevin Kerr
field goal with ten
seconds remain-
ing. Ohio fin-
ished MAC
Conference play
with a 4-4 record.
Ohio beat Buffalo,
Eastern Michigan,
Kent State and
Akron and lost to
Bowling Green,
Miami, Marshall,
and the Univer-
sity of Central
Florida.

Ohio run-
ning backs Chad
Brinker and Bop
White were

named All-Mid-
American
Conference.

Athletics I Football

Top: With the ball
secured, running
back Bobby Jones
rushes down the
field with confi-
dence, knowing
that he has protec-
tion from Hugh
Grant, Joe Sellars,
and Rich
Constantine.

Bottom Left: The Bobcat defense has come. Leading the
pack with the tackle is sophomore Dennis Chukwuemeka.
Also ready for attack is Chip Cox, Kevin Carberry, and Rich
Constantine.

Bottom Right: Although the Ohio offense usually resorts to
rushing, sophomore quarter back Fred Ray decides to use
this play to go long and attempt a pass.

Photos by Andrea Kjerrumgarrd

Opposite Page, Top: One of Ohio's lead rushers, sophomore Stafford
Owens, gets ready for a celebration as he drops the ball in the end-
zone after a touchdown.

Right: Injured quarterback Ryan Hawk may not become a hero by
his participation in this game, but he is already a hero to these Ohio
fans who gladly wait to get an autograph.

Below: Sophomore Rob Stover delivers a fierce tackle to an Akron
rusher to prevent any more advancement down the field.

Right: Wide receiver Stafford
Owens advances the ball down
the field while missing a tackle
from the Eastern Michigan
defense.

Opposite Page, Bottom:
Tailback Justin Rousch powers
through a tackle to add a few
extra yards to his rush.

Photos by Andrea
Kjerrumgaard

Athletics I Football

A Face of Football:
Chad Brinker

Chad Brinker, a 5-foot-11-inch senior tailback, led the ground
attack for the OU football team throughout the season with 1,099
rushing yards, including 10 rushing touchdowns. For his career,
Brinker rushed for 2,826 rushing yards, the fourth highest total in
Bobcat football history.

Brinker, who led the team in points scored this season with
68, is third on the all-time career points-scored list with 184. In addi-
tion to his 10 rushing touchdowns, he also caught a touchdown pass
against Miami and threw for a 58-yard touchdown against Marshall.
Along with other top seniors from across the country, Brinker was
selected to compete in the Hula Bowl. Brinker, an exercise physiol-
ogy major, also participates in track.

by
kelly michael

surpassing the past
ST gninniw

Following last season's quadruple overtime loss to Central Michigan in
the MAC Tournament semi-finals, reaching the finals of this year's tournament
was sweet revenge for seniors Amy Back, Abby Leopold, Rachel Sanders,
Rachel Naijar, Anita Alexander, and the rest of the OU women's soccer team.

In the 70 tn minute of the tournament's first round, a goal by midfielder
Naijar lifted the third-seeded Ohio team to a 1-0 victory over the fifth-seeded
Eastern Michigan Eagles. In the semi-finals against Ball State, sophomore mid-
fielder Kendra Hornschemeier, who led the conference in assists, scored the
lone goal of the game in the 56th minute. However, in the finals the team was
unable to overcome a three goal first-half barrage by the two-time defending
MACTournament Champions Miami Redhawks.The Bobcats finished the sea-
son 15-5-2, posting the most wins since the 1998 season. Midfielders Leopold,
Naijar and Hornschemeier were named to the All-Tournament Team.

Leopold earned First Team MAC honors, while Naijar, sophomore back
Crystal Reed, and junior forward Christel Schiering were named to the Second
Team. Leopold finished the season with seven goals and ten assists, Naijar was
the team's second leading scorer, Reed was the team's defensive stopper, and
Christel Schiering led the team in points and goals.

OU's Head Coach Stacy Straws highlighted the season's memorable
moments as reaching the finals of the MACTournament, Schiering's breaking of
the school's all-
time goals-
scored record,
posting a 15 win
season and key
non-conference
victories over
A t I a n t i c - 1
Conference foe
George

Washington, Big C

East Conference
opponent
Pittsburgh, and
MAAC enemy
Fairfield.

Right: Ohio sophomore Kendra
Hornschemeier, a business major,
lunges to keep possession of the ball
from Kent State's Cassi Johnson.
Photo by Alicia Whissel

Far Right: Gina Siedentopf, a sopho-
more midfielder, works to return the
ball into Ohio's possession.

Athletics i Women's Soccer

Left: Members of the soccer team strategize dur-
ing a break in the play.

Below: Ohio Junior Christel Schiering faces off
against Kent State's Jackie Pecjak. The day's
game left her one goal away from tying the
school record for goals scored in a career (a
record she topped later in the season). Photo by
Alicia Whissel.

A Face of Soccer:
Abby Leopold

Abby Leopold, a 5-foot-4-inch senior
midfielder, completed her OU Women's Soccer
career by tying for the program's all-time lead in
career assists and placing second in the number
of games played, fifth in goals scored and
fourth in points. After finishing her senior sea-
son with 11 assists and seven goals, Leopold
became only the third Bobcat ever to be named
to the All-Great Lakes Region SecondTeam.

"Abby stepped up her play this season
and was consistently our most dangerous
offensive threat," said OU Head Coach Stacy
Strauss. In addition to being named to the Great
Lakes Region tournament team, Leopold was
also selected for the All-MAC first team and to
the All-Mac tournament team. Leopold intends
on continuing her soccer career once she grad-
uates this spring with a degree in organization-
al communication.

, juthful determination
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Jennifer bishop

Cross Country runners face challenges every day, rang-
ing from time-management to 20 hours of strenuous practice a
week to the stress of competitions. However, the runners of
OU, led by Coach Elmore Banton, were ready to take on these
challenges and many more. Despite young teams for both the
men and women, injuries, and the lack of a home meet during the season,
the cross country teams ended their season with visions of a promising
future.

For the women's team, injuries plagued runners even before the offi-
cial season began. One of the top runners was hurt and out for most of the
season while two others were temporarily unable to run. During the season
it seemed that the team was never completely healthy, but it did "bounce
back at the end of the season," Kelly Felter, the women's team's co-captain,
said.

Similarly, injuries also plagued the men's team at the beginning of the
season. But for a team made up of mostly first- and second-year students,
the bigger challenge was moving up from the high school 5,000 meter races
to the 8,000 meter college races. "It was a real learning experience for
them," Coach Banton said.

The men's team's co-captain, sen-
ior Brandon Grinwis, described the team
as "a great group of guys." Grinwis said,
"Everyone was motivated, and that's
what made it fun." According to Grinwis,
their motivation and desire to give their
best efforts were also keys to the success
of the team.

The many away meets also chal-
lenged the team. Traveling as far as West
Virginia and Michigan, the teams spent
many nights before competitions in
hotels. "Traveling was hard, staying in
hotels before meets and then not sleep-
ing that well," Felter said.

Because of the construction on
OU's golf course, it was not possible for
the cross country teams to host a meet at
home, forcing them to move from city to
city on the weekends. However, the com-
pletion of the construction will allow the
2003 team to have the home advantage
for some meets.

Despite all of the trials they faced,
the teams moved on to the MAC Championship, the event for which they had all been tirelessly preparinf
since the beginning of the season. In the end, the women placed tenth out of thirteen teams, and the me
placed eighth out of twelve. Although the men had been hoping to earn sixth place, Coach Banton pointe
out, "they were only thirty points away from the fourth place finishers."

As for the future of Ohio University's Cross Country team, Coach Banton praised, "The future loo
very, very good."

Athletics I Cross Country

Above Left: Sophomores Tara Lavelle (107) and Kelly Felter (104) lead
their teammates in a warm-up jog. Photo by Heather Charles.

)U runners and their opponents lean forward as they listen for
ie starting signal. Photo by Heather Charles

Freshman Austin Schiele and sophomore Drew Frum jog to warm up for
their race. Photo by Heather Charles.

bove: Alison Green, a freshman from Lancaster, works to stay
head of the nearby competitors. Photo by Heather Charles.

A Face of Cross Country:
Tracy Weittoff

Tracy Weitthoff, a senior, has not only spent her col-
lege years working to achieve her major in Special
Education, but has also participated as a member of the OU
cross country team for four years. She carefully balanced
her school work, training and time with her friends to con
tinue her running career. "Running is something that I
enjoy," explained Weitthoff, who is also a member of the
track team.

During her time at Ohio University Weitthoff recalls
one of her favorite experiences at the pre-national cross
country meet. In the crowd of competitors she remembers
discovering "the variety of runners and talent that's out
there."

Taking on challenges, Weittoff succeeded in handling
her work and enjoying college life while having a positive
influence on others. Choosing from all the different faces
around her, Weitthoff took the opportunity to be a member of
a team where she found a strong sense of "team unity," and
contributed her strengths to it as well. "Tracy is a really hard
worker," described fellow teammate Kelly Felter, "She is a
great person who leads by example."

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b V Coming off a disappointing 2001 season in which the OU Women's VolleyballTeam finished;

keiiymichaei w j tn a recorc ; f H-16 overall, nobody expected the Bobcats to finish above fourth in MAC East
Division play. However, as usual, preseason predictions are
meaningless once the season begins.

The Bobcats traveled to Winston Salem, N.C., to begin
their season August 30 tn against Big East opponent Virginia
Tech at the Wake Forest Demon Deacon Invitational. The
Bobcats downed the Hokies in four games before beating host
Wake Forest the following day. The Bobcats then easily took
care of Southeastern Conference foe Auburn to redeem them-
selves after going 0-7 in pre-conference tournaments last sea-
son. Sophomore setter Briana Adamovsky was named tourna-
ment MVP while junior middle-blocker Laura Hageman was
named to the All-Tournament Team.

The following weekend UNC-Wilmington, GardnerWebb
and Furman were the three opponents the Bobcats defeated at
the Furman Invitational to improve their non-conference record
to 6-0.

The first true test of the season for the Bobcats came on
Sept. 13 when the team traveled to Gainesville, Florida to play
in the Campus USA Credit Union Invitational. The
Bobcats were compensated $2000 by the Florida
Athletic Department to be a "warm-up" game for
the Gators before they took on the defending
National Champion Stanford. In front of 2.023 fans
the Bobcats held their own against the 6 tn -ranked
team in the nation before falling in three games.
After beating Houston the next day, the Bobcats fin-
ished third in the tournament.

The Bobcats completed their pre-conference
schedule going 10-2 after placing second in the
UCONN Invational.

The following weekend, the Bobcats opened
league play by defeating Bowling Green 3-0. This
victory propelled the Bobcats to a 14-win confer-
ence season, the most in school history. Fourteen
wins were enough to clinch the third seed in the
MAC tournament. Ohio beat Kent State at the
Convo in the first round of the tournament before
losing to Akron in the next match. The win versus
Kent State marked the first time any OU Volleyball
team won a MAC Tournament match. Head Coach
Mike Lessinger said, "With six starters returning
from a final four team, this group will definitely be
in the mix for a conference championship next
year."

Hageman was named the league's most
valuable player, while Adamovsky was named to
the second team and Julia Winkfield earned membership to the AII-FreshmenTeam.

Athletics I Volleyball

ght: Senior Tracy Binegar, from
arietta, slams one past Bal
ate's Nikki Allen and Stephanie
ler to make the kill. Photo by
icia Whissel.

hlow: Michele Gil, a senior from
lin Diego; Shawn Denham, a
: phomore from Canton; and Julia
i; inkfield, a freshman from
l/jwark, contemplate a lost point.
, loto by Alicia Whissel.

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Above; Ashley Elliot, sophomore; Laura Hageman,
junior; Michelle Gil, senior; and Lindsay Judice,
junior, celebrate after scoring a point against Ball
State. Photo by Alicia Whissel

Left: Laura Hageman, a junior from Cleveland on
the Ohio University Volleyball team, slams the

>all over the net on Saturday, October 5, in a home game against Eastern

Michigan. Photo by Lisa Swarbrick.

Photo by Alicia Whissel

A Face of Volleyball:
Laura Hageman

Third-year student Laura Hageman, a 6-foot-
2-inch middle-blocker, was the 2002 Mid-
American Conference Player of the Year and
the first OU women's volleyball player to be
selected to the NCAA Division I All-Region
Team. Hageman finished the season second
in blocks per game and second in hitting per-
centage in the MAC. She also averaged 1.27
blocks per game and hit .342 for the season,
the best single season hitting percentage in
school history.

In addition, Hageman was named First-Team
All-Conference and earned MAC All-
Tournament honors. Prior to the MAC sea-
son, Hageman earned all-tournament honors
in four consecutive tournaments including
MVP honors in the Furman Invitational. In the
conference tournament, Hageman led the OU
Women's Volleyball Team to a third-place fin-
ish and a first-round tournament victory
against Kent State

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nick feitch varsity Field Hockey team had
another outstanding year, finishing
12-10 overall. Fourth-year head
coach Shelly Morris led the
Bobcats season along with assis-
tant coach Tamara Durante and
second assistant coach Lauren
Mazziotto, who was a member of
the team during the previous four
seasons.

The team ended its season
with a trip to the Mid-American
Conference Tournament finals for
the third consecutive year. This
year s tournament was hosted by
Miami University. At the MAC
Quarterfinals, the fourth-seeded
team gave its best effort to secure a
2-1 win against fifth-seeded Ball
State after a double overtime. The
following day in the semifinals, the
team continued its forceful per-
formance with a 3-2 victory over
Louisville, again after a double
overtime. The Bobcats suffered a
1 -0 loss to Kent State in the MAC
finals in a Sunday afternoon match,
marking the third time the two
teams have met in the title game in
the past three years.

Not only did members of
the field hockey team achieve as a
group, but also many players
earned individual recognition. OU
seniors Andrea Voros and Jenn
Watt were named to the National
Field Hockey Coaches Association
West Region team; Voros was
selected to the first team while Watt
received second team honors.
Also, senior Kristin Auge and jun-
ior Elizabeth Holzman enjoyed

recognition as Academic All-MAC team members. In the winter, nine players were
announced as members of the National Field Hockey Coaches Association Division I
National Academic Squad.

The field hockey team is looking forward to next year s season as an opportunity to
build a strong group and to possibly reclaim the MAC Championship title achieved in 2001 .

Above: Andrea Voros reaches back hits the ball as a teammate
and defenders look on.

Right: Ohio's Chelsea Mearig, a freshman from Lititz, Pa.,
attempts to keep Michigan State's Jacqueline Ahinga away
from the ball long enough to get a clean shot away. Photo by
Alicia Whissel

Athletics i Field Hockey

iit: An OU player and a competitor
n work to get the ball under control.

ijw: The field hockey team listens as
i d Coach Shelly Morris and Assistant
i ch Lauren Mazziotto discuss the
Eie plan.

A Face of Field Hockey:
Andrea Voros

For Andrea Voros, field hockey has become second
nature. She has been playing since she was only
seven years old. The Ohio senior played midfield this
year for the Bobcats. She loves the camaraderie
among teammates and the intensity of the game.

Voros' best experiences while playing for OU's field
hockey team are "winning the MAC championship
and making life long friendships with teammates,'
she said. This season, the team came in second in the
MAC due to several team strengths including "play-
ing for each other and supporting one another on and
off the field," Voros said.

As a senior, Voros had the opportunity to play in
the final of the MAC tournament. "I played my last
game of my career and had no regrets!" she said.

Voros, an Adventure Recreation major, was named
to the 2002 First Team All-MAC team after leading the
conference in points during the regular season. She
finished her career at OU with career highs in goals
(13) and points (33). Voros moved into 8th-place on
the school's all-time list for most goals scored in a sin-
gle season with her 13th goal of the year against Ball
State. This year she led the team with a career-high six
game-winning goals and a career-high 103 shots.

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showing bobcat pride
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by
michelle shively

At each Ohio University home basketball and football game, visiting teams meet a fc
midable crowd when entering the Convocation Center or Peden Stadium. Besides OU's team
opponents must deal with the huge section of green and white-clad students sitting in the (
Zone. The O-Zone is Ohio University's student cheering section for both football and basketba
Members come to every game ready to cheer on the Bobcats, have some fun and maybe eve
call the other team a few names.

First year O-Zone member Lee Konkler thinks the best part of being a part of the O-Zor
is "being right there by the game when the whole section gets into the cheers." O-Zone mer
bers pay $15 at the beginning of the season for a t-shirt and season tickets on the floor sectic
reserved for the O-Zone.

Being able to really get into the game and feeling free to jump up and down are ben
fits from the O-Zone that member Chris Winner enjoys. Winner is another first year member
the O-Zone. He became a member of so he could be a part of the unique atmosphere at game
"We always stand up and jump up and down when we are in the lead or have the ball and sucr
he said. "Sometimes we make fun of a player on the other team."

Konkler's favorite basketball game this season was the Akron game. Against Akron, tr
Bobcats went into four overtimes
before finally defeating the Zips. "It
was so emotional," he said.
"Everybody went crazy every time
we tied up the score."

Other great basketball
games this season were, "Virginia
and Marshall because the energy
was intense and we were jumping
up and down non-stop and kept
making fun of one of the short guys
on the team," Winner said.

The O-Zone has a variety of
cheers ready for any type of game
situation. A favorite among mem-
bers is the "scoreboard chant."

"We end up saying
'Winning team, Losing team' and
keep chanting that over and over
again especially when the other
team is shooting free throws,"
Winner explained.

The O-Zone is a favorite
group among all OU sports fans.
They add an intense spirit to the
atmosphere in the Convocation
Center and Peden Stadium, and they
help energize other fans. Through
their endless cheering and support,
they show OU players that their fans
really do believe in them.

Athletics l O-Zone

Left: At many basketball games, fans are selected from the O-Zone to partic-
ipate in a contest on the floor of the court during halftime.

Below: It seems as though Batman has decided to pay the O-Zone a visit.
This mask and the dragon one seen in the background are only two of the
creative costumes O-Zone members wear to the games.

Left: Two painted fans get angry at a referee's call. O-Zone members are usually very
vocal about their opinions.

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by Expectations were high for the Ohio Men's Basketball Team coming into this season once

kel| v michael senior forward Brandon Hunter decided to forgo the NBA Draft and return for his senior season.

The Bobcats, who returned three starters from last year's 17-11 team, were pre-season favorites to

win the MAC East Division and were ranked 53rd overall in the country. The team even tallied three

points in the Associated Press top 25 pre-season ranking. However, due to numerous injuries to key

players, a brutal non-conference schedule and inconsistent perimeter shooting, the Bobcats were not

able to live up to the pre-season hype.

The first opponent on the schedule for the Ohio Men's Basketball Team was the Providence
Friars. Despite 28 points and 11 rebounds from Brandon Hunter, the Bobcats fell to the Friars 68-91.
Two days later, the Bobcats notched their first win of the season defeating the Brown University Bears
75-51, thanks to senior forward Sonny Johnson's game high 24 points. The Bobcats then proceeded to
lose their next three games to MAC rivalToledo, Conference USA opponent DePaul and America East
Conference foe Boston University before returning to Athens to take on the Midshipmen of the Naval
Academy. The Bobcats defeated Navy 54-52 despite shooting only 27 percent from the field.

On December 23, the Bobcats traveled to the Kohl Center in Madison, Wisconsin to take on the
Wisconsin Badgers. As a result of shooting only 38.3 percent from the field and being out rebound-
ed by 13, the Bobcats lost to the eventual BigTen Champions 51-75. Twelve days later, on January 4,
the Bobcats traveled to Cincinnati to play eventual SEC Champion Kentucky. Despite 18 points from
Cincinnati natives Hunter and senior forward Steve Esterkamp, the Bobcats were outlasted 75-83 by
a much deeper Wildcats Team. Sandwiched between road losses to Wisconsin and Kentucky, the
Bobcats defeated the St. Bonaventure Bonnies 104-101 at the Convocation Center. On January 8, in
quadruple overtime, the Bobcats defeated MAC rival Akron 112-104. This game marked the start of 13
consecutive MAC games for the Bobcats. The Bobcats finished this critical stretch of conference play
with a 6-8 record.

On February 26, the Virginia Cavaliers strolled into the Convo. Esterkamp scored 31 points ir
38 minutes to knock off the
Atlantic Coast Conference
team 78-72 in front of a
rowdy crowd of over 7,000.
This was a rare opportunity
for the Bobcats to host a
team from the ACC. The
Bobcats victory over
Virginia propelled the
men's basketball team to
finish their season by win-
ning five of their last seven
games, including a 79-77
victory over Akron in the
first round of the MAC
Tournament and a 65-55
victory over Miami in the
second round of the tour-
nament. However, the
Bobcats season ended the
next night when Ohio fell
to Kent State 73-70.

Athletics i Men's Basketball

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bove: Senior Brandon Hunter reaches over the defending Bowling Green players to dunk the ball. Hunter returned this season after decid-
g not to enter into the NBA draft.

;ft: Steve Esterkamp works to keep the ball away from the defender.

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Athletics l Men's Basketball

p Left: SeniorThomas Stephens pushes around a Miami defender while driving down the court. Photo by Andrea Kjerrumgaard

p Middle: Senior Brandon Hunter goes for one of his notorious slam dunks during a game against Miami. Photo by Andrea Kjerrumgaard

p Right: Senior Steve Esterkamp jumps above his defenders and rises to the basket for a perfect shot. Photo by Andrea Kjerrumgaard

ttom Left: Sonny Johnson dribbles the ball around a defender.

ttom Right: Sonny Johnson and Jaivon Harris double-team an opposing player. Both were key players on the Bobcat team.

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by
beth comer

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Driving up and down a basketball court takes work. It is not easy to strategically
plan out a play to get the ball to the net. It also takes teamwork and practice that may
seem to take over a player's life. The women of the Ohio University basketball team can
relate to such a feeling; they know hard work and tight schedules. However, with all the
obstacles life throws in the faces of these team members, they have still mastered the
court.

Coaches help to support a team full of eager players with organization and dedica-
tion. A committed team of vivacious leaders coached the Ohio Women's basketball team.
Lynn Bria took charge with her position of head coach and Zena Pieters served as assis-
tant coach. Josh Springer contributed to the team as Graduate assistant and Cathy Szall
helped as Student assistant. Together, this cluster of knowledgeable individuals helped to
manage our players in just the right way — the way to success and good times.

After a three-year period, the Mid-American Conference women's basketball team
played every other opponent in the league at least once during the season. Also, head
coach Bria guided the Bobcats to their second quarterfinal appearance at the MAC

Tournament in the previous
two seasons, which created an
optimistic outlook for this
year's team. In one of this sea-
son's games, Candace Bates, a
junior from Poland, hit her sec-
ond biggest shot of the year as
the Ohio women's basketball
team knocked off Akron, 65-60,
in overtime to wrap up the reg-
ular season.

The 2002-2003 roster
consisted of talent and dedica-
tion from Erin Isbell, Marcia
Smoot, Andrea Johnson,
Lindsay Wight, Kristian
Kirkpatrick, Stacey Musacchia,
Bates, Andrea Gay, Megan
Oriold, Latreece Bagley and
Tiffany Byrd. These women put
forth much effort in the fight for
winning games and playing a
sport with great delight and tal-
ent. The games are worth
watching when players excel
and show so much enthusi-
asm.

Left: Junior Latreece Bagley jumps above fill
ers to rebound the ball. Photo by Andri
Kjerrumgaard.

Athletics I Women's Basketball

Above: Sophomore player Andrea Johnson works against a Northern lllinios
defender. Photo by Andrea Kjerrumgaard

Left: Freshman Stacey Musacchia holds the ball away from the defender as she
looks for a teammate to pass to.

Above: Junior Candace

Bates drives down the court and goes into

a lay-up.

Right: Reaching to pass the ball is junior
Andrea Gay.

Photos by Andrea Kjerrumgaard

Athletics I Women's Basketball

Latreece Bagley reaches for the basket before making her shot.

Above: Junior Latreece Bagley and sophomore Kristian
Kirkpatrick celebrate a shot during their home game against
Northern lllinios.

Left: Players cheer their teammates on from the bench.

Photos by Andrea Kjerrumgaard

racing the clock
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by The Ohio Men's Swimming and Diving team finished fifth in the Mid-American

kevin ziegier Conference for the second straight season. The team concluded their season with 10 top-
eight finishes at the MAC meet, held at Bowling Green State University, including one
champion in junior diver Robert Krichbaum in 3-meter diving competition, and one run-
ner-up finish by junior Jonathan Palmer in the 1650 freestyle. Other finalists in swimming
events included Palmer in the 500 freestyle, sophomore Mike Shelby in the 100 butterfly
and junior Eric Flecher in the 200 freestyle.

The men were led by their two elected captains, senior Bryan Bansbach and junior
Jason Folt. The two captains served as a means of communication between the coaches
and the team. Three seniors, Bansbach, Greg Bertram, and Alan Wight provided much
needed experience for a young, up-and-coming team. Their leadership kept the team
focused throughout the season. The swimmers train year-round with pre-season work-
outs held when the team arrives in the fall, in-season training over winter break, and
spring workouts after the regular season. The busy schedule "makes you get your work
done and manage your time well," said Shelby. Many swimmers also compete over the
summer with club teams.

The coaching staff consisted of head coach Greg Werner, head diving coach Rob
Bitner, assistant coaches Andy Kershaw and Elizabeth Kershaw, and graduate assistant
Lance Asti. The coaching staff's training method was designed to slowly condition the
athletes and prepare them for a big finish at the MAC meet. This year's team "peaked at
the right time," Werner said, "The boys turned into young men." Werner said the team
went into the conference meet with a strong performance against Miami, and he was
impressed with many swimmers' performances at the end of the season.

The men's diving team was one of Ohio's strongest ever. Led by Krichbaum, the
divers amassed the most diving points of the six teams at the MAC meet. The team's five
divers were invaluable in dual meets, providing much needed points all year.
Sophomore Rick Wade said each diver's goals
include being consistent and improving upon their oMIKliMB
previous best scores. Wade complimented his team- a^ittmmmmai
mates by saying, "anytime you get to work with
someone better than yourself, it makes you better."
He also said that the swimmers and divers always
encourage each other and ensure that everyone feels
as part of one team.

Highlights from the conference meet included
two finalists in one-meter diving, and three finalists
in the three-meter event. Krichbaum and junior
Adam Thome reached the finals in both events, and
they were joined by freshman Drew Sullivan in the
three-meter finals.

Conference Awards were given to Robert
Krichbaum, MAC diver of the year and First Team All
MAC , and Jason Folt and Alan Wight were named to
the Academic All-MAC team.

Right: Freshman diver Drew Sullivan
does a dive off the 3 1/2 board. Photo
by Andrea Kjerrumgaard

Athletics I Men's Swimming and Diving

A Face of
Swimming:
Jonathan Palmer

Junior Jonathan Palmer led by
example for the Bobcats swim team.
Palmer earned 38 points at the MAC
meet, missing an all-conference selec-
tion by half of a point. He finished sec-
ond in the 1650 freestyle and third in
the 500 freestyle.

When describing his runner-up
finish in the mile event, Palmer said,
"When I'm on the block, I don't think
| about what everyone else is going to
do. I only think about what I'm going to
do." One motivating factor was that
Palmer's parents were in attendance at
the MAC meet. Coming from
Jacksonville, Florida, the swimmer's
parents had not seen him swim com
petitively in four years.

Palmer credited his success in
part to great coaching, especially from
assistant coach Andy Kershaw. He said
that Kershaw was "the best coach I've
ever had," because he pays attention to
the little things. "My times speak for
themselves," Palmer said.

>p: An OU swimmer works his way down the pool, pushing for a good time.

attorn: Swimmers Bryan Bansbach, a senior, and Brett Stetson, a freshman, talk during a break.
botos by Ki-Eun Kweon

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by
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Following a second place finish in the MAC in 2002 and MAC championships in 2000
and 2001, the women's swimming and diving team expected to compete for the team title
once again. The team finished the dual meet season with a record of 11-1, (8-1 in the MAC)
good for second place for the second consecutive year.

Six swimmers were named First Team All-MAC. Those honored included seniors Emily
Frasco,Trisha Kessler and juniors Courtney Gould, Heather Rennebohm, Shannon Kelly and
Samantha Pfaller. Kessler was also named MAC Senior Swimmer of theYear. Pfaller and jun-
ior Courtney Kostival were named to the Academic All-MAC team.

There were many highlights during the season. At the MAC meet, the women swept
all five relay events. In the past six years, the women have won 29 of 30 relays. Two school
records were broken at the conference meet. Senior Swimmer of theYear Kessler lowered
her own school record time in the 200 individual medley and Kelly set a new record in the
200 backstroke. In addition to the five relay championships, there were individual champions:
Frasco in the 50 freestyle and Kelly in the 400IM.

Head coach Greg Werner said this year's women's team was a very close knit group.
The team three captains, Kessler, Frasco and Abby Fogel, went above their normal duties by
organizing team meetings and dinners. They followed a book of responsibilities created by
previous captains that detailed leadership obligations in and out of the pool. "The team
believed in each other," Werner said of the women. He also said they were a very balanced
squad as far as talent.

The divers were led by freshman Jess Orlov. Orlov finished sixth in the one-meter div-
ing competition and fourteenth in three-meter. The young team is expected to be a factor in
the MAC championships in coming years.

This team was
one of the most dedi-
cated athletic teams on
campus, according to
Werner. Over the six-
week winter break, the
most challenging por-
tion of the season, the
team worked out for an
average of 31 hours a
week, with only
Sundays off. Some
team members

assumed a schedule of
swim, eat, then sleep,
twice per day. The
team "makes a lot of
sacrifices," Werner
said, but "they do it for

paph othfir"

* Above:The members of Woman SwimmingTeam take a break for a picture at the Aquatic

Center during a pre-season practice. Photo by Ki-Eun Kweon

Athletics I Women's Swimming and Diving

Top: Sophomore Sarah Volpe swims in the team's meet against
Ball State andToledo. Photo by Andrea Kjerrumgaard

Bottom Left: Ohio swimmer races against Ball State andToledo in
the 200 meter. Photo by Andrea Kjerrumgaard

Bottom right: Sophomore Melissa Dunn, freshman Emily
O'Connor, freshman Meredith Weller, sophomore Jessica Waites
and junior Courtney Kostival take a breather and grab some water.
Photo by Ki-Eun Kweon.

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meeting the challenge
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The Ohio University 2002-2003 Wrestling Team is more than just a group of athletes—
they're all friends with a common interest. "Our circle of friends pretty much is the team," said
freshman George Patzakis. "Since we hang out all the time, like at practice and on weekends,
we've gotten pretty close. We just have fun together."

The 34 members did have ample time to bond; the season started with three weeks of
conditioning in the fall, followed with opens, meets and tournaments until the MAC and NCAA
Championships in March, not to mention the three hours of weightlifting and practicing they
spent together every day of the season.

The Bobcats finished their regular season 9-8. They also took fifth as a team in the Mat
Town Tournament and placed second at the Beast of the East Invitational. Some stand-out
wrestlers this year were sophomore Ed Willis, who led the team in wins 27-11; junior Eric Jones,
who boasted the most pins out of the team with five; and junior Anthony Carrizales, who went

into the MAC number one in his weight class (133 pounds) and reached his 60 tn career win in
February.

First-year student Vinny DiGiovanni recalls the most memorable moment of the season:
"We were ranked under the top 20, but we were invited to
the National Duals at Ohio State, which is for the top 20
teams. It was really awesome that we were invited any-
way and recognized for being a good team."

OU went on to take third as a team at the MAC tour-
nament. Jake Percival won his weight class, while team-
mates Willis and Carrizales placed second in theirs.
Percival and Carrizales both wrestled in the national tour-
nament.

Above: Head Coach Joel Greenlee and Assistant Coach Bob Patnesky instruct
a wrestler on the mat. Photo by Ki-Eun Kweon

Right: Above: Erick Weimer, a junior, brings Dave
Bonnigson, an Eastern Michigan University sen-
ior, under his control during the heavyweight
match. Weimer defeated his Bonnigson. Photo
by Ki-Eun Kweon.

Athletics i Wrestling

■■

|.>: Anthony Carrizales, a junior, wrestles Zac Pyles, of Eastern
| : ;higan University. Anthony won this match. Photo by Ki-Eun
I eon

A Face of Wrestling:
Jake Percival

Starting his wrestling career at around age seven
after his Uncle Al suggested he try it, junior Jake Percival
continued to succeed in the sport during junior high, high
school and now college. At Marion L. Steele High School
in Amherst, Ohio, Percival stood out from the beginning.
He placed third in the state as a freshman, and second
both his sophomore and junior years. His senior year, he
became State Champion, which led him to place third at
the High School Nationals.

Percival came to OU to carry on his impressive
record. "One of the reasons I picked OU for college was
because of the wrestlers and Coach Greenlee," he said.
"You wrestle harder for a coach you like and respect, and
with guys you get along with and have fun with."

And wrestle hard he did. After red-shirting his
freshman year, Percival was named fourth in the nation in
his 149 weight class at the NCAA Championship his soph-
omore year. This year, he has won three individual cham-
pionships: the Eastern Michigan Open, the Mat Town
Tournament and the Beast of the East Invitational. He
went into the MAC Championships undefeated, his
record 26-0, 4-0 MAC. Commenting on his status,
Percival stated, "It feels good to be going into the MAC
Championships ranked number one, but I try not to be
too overconfident. I just take it one match at a time."

Percival won the MAC championship, and was
named MAC wrestler of the year. He went on to take fifth
at Nationals and be named to the All-American team.

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by
Jennifer lambert

Cheerleaders are athletes, and the
cheerleaders at Ohio University are no
exception. To be a cheerleader at OU, you
have to do a lot more than just smile and look
good. "You have to practice, run, do push
ups, wall sits, stairs... many other condition-
ing exercises and do strength training with a
strength coach," Tricia Perry, cheerleading
director, said. The cheerleaders are also
expected to be very flexible and work with a
gymnastics coach for tumbling. Cheerleading
is very time consuming, it demands physical
excellence, it receives almost no recognition
and it is denied any scholarship rewards.

OU cheerleaders are always working.
Cheerleading tryouts are held in September
for junior varsity positions and in April for
varsity positions. Even current cheerleaders
must secure their place on the team and try-
out each year. "Varsity has JV people waiting
to move up and JV has alternates waiting to
take their spots," Perry said.

To earn a place on the squad the stu-
dents must be able to cheer, tumble, do
stunts, dance and communicate with each
other and the crowd. Cheerleaders are con-
stantly in the spotlight, so they are essential-
ly ambassadors for the university, Perry said.
OU cheerleaders also have to put in hours of
practice time to get everything just right.

During football season, the cheerlead-
ers practice for several hours between two
and four times a week. During basketball sea-
son the Convocation Center is a hectic place,
so practice is usually limited to two times a
week. But when they practice, they practice
hard. Perry said to be a cheerleader at OU,
"you have to work hard and just love cheer-
ing!"

Above: The cheerleaders build a pyramid during a basketb
time out to get the crowd going. The OU cheerleaders spe
much of their time on the sidelines doing stunts and flips.

Athletics l Cheerleading

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They're all over campus: football and basketball games, pep rallies, parades and ever
community events. And they make it look so easy. But behind their synchronized movements
and smiling faces, the OU Dance Team is made up of 15 hard-working women.

The DanceTeam performs at every home football and basketball game. In addition, the\
perform at other community and university events like pep rallies, banquets and the Relay foi
Life in May.

The three captains, senior Sara Phillips, senior Noelle Wilson and junior Amy Gossett, whc
were elected by last year's DanceTeam, have many responsibilities.

"Because we have no coach, the captains run every practice and choreograph all the rou
tines we use for the year," said Phillips. "We also handle most of the administrative tasks like
selecting uniforms and planning fundraisers."

Another responsibility of the captains is organizing and running the annual tryouts, which
were held during the second week of fall quarter. First, the captains held four days of clinics. Ir
these clinics, they taught prospective DanceTeam members the fight song dance, two othei
dances and three leaps. With first cuts, the captains narrowed the field to 25. The Dance Tearr
was complete after final cuts, when captains chose 11 members and one alternate. By this time
football season was already underway.

"Football season is our time to prepare the new members for the upcoming year, as wel
as bond as a team," Phillips said. "Since we do the same 'ditties' at every football game, we use
that time to perfect them."

But things got more intense for basketball season. The DanceTeam learned a new dance
for every home game in addition to performing sideline ditties. To prepare so many new per
formances, the practice schedule was rigorous. During winter quarter, they practiced from 7 tc
10 every weeknight.

Even though the DanceTeam had to work hard, Phillips said the
work was worth it. "The best part is definitely the people," she said.
"We're all good friends, even outside of dance, and we have a lot of fun
together. We all work very hard during practice and games, and no one
complains or gives less than her best. We all love to dance, and to be
able to do what we love with a great group of people is great. We con-
sider ourselves lucky to be a part of a team like ours."

"It's a labor of love," she added.

Athletics I DanceTeam

posite Page: Sheri Ondercik and Kelly Metzger, along with the rest of the dance
im, perform a '70s medley in honor of all the fathers attending the basketball game
Dads' Weekend.

y. Anita Vensel, Amy Gossett, Andrea Johnston and Amy Gabler wow the crowd
:h their synchronized leaps during one of their halftime performances.

ttom: Current DanceTeam members are joined by an alumna in their kickline on
mecoming weekend. The dancers line up for their kicks each time the Bobcats
)re, and kick once for every point on the Home side of the scoreboard.

A Face of Dance:
Anita Vensel

Anita Vensel, a junior and second-year
member of the Ohio University DanceTeam, is
perpetually active. When she is not busy being
a dedicated member of the OU Dance Team,
which sometimes involves daily, three-hour
practices, Vensel is usually in the Interior
Architecture studio working on her next project

"At times it gets really rough," she said
"I have to go right from practice to the studio
because I have a project due at 8 a.m. the next
day, and I have to stay there all night to finish it
in time. Interior Architecture is a very intense
major, and it's hard to juggle that with an activi
ty like DanceTeam."

Even though she puts in a lot of hours
for her schoolwork and for DanceTeam, Vensel
finds both to be rewarding. Dancing has always
been an important part of Vensel's life. She start
ed dancing at age four, and has continued ever
since. In high school, Vensel was the captain of
a 75-member dance team and took daily lessons
at a dance school. She is also completing a
minor in dance at OU.

"It's really hard, but it's worth it to me,'
Vensel said. "I've been dancing all my life, and I
just can't imagine not having it as part of my
life."

by
stacia golem

■

the most exciting band
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Lined up in perfect formation, masses of green and white uniforms take the field, eagei
to give it their all to make their school proud. True, this is a scene from a memorable Bobcat
game, but this act is halftime and these faces on the field belong to the Marching 110: the
most exciting band in the land.

Marching 110 members were among OU's hardest working students. During fall quar
ter, practice, whether it be on the field, with their sectionals, or on their own, seemed unceas
ing. Yet, all the work and time they put forth was well worth it. The Marching 110 members
continued to give 110 percent effort. This group's effort, led by field commander Nick DeLote
made the rewards virtually endless. Second-year member said, "The Marching

110 has changed my life. The memories I've gained and the lessons I've learned will always b
a part of me, and I will never forget this experience."

The Marching 110 marked its 35th season in 2002-2003. Besides supporting the foot
ball team at all their games, the band had a busy year with its own activities. Steeped in tra-
dition, they continued their major annual events of Homecoming, Varsity Night, and the Ohic
Theater Show. Homecoming, held on October 12, provided an opportunity for the Alumn
Marching 110 to return to OU and march with their former band mates while having a blast, j

Select members of the band went on to showcase their routines of the season for the 1
campus on Varsity Night, November 16, inTempleton Blackburn Memorial Auditorium. The
Ohio Theater Show, on November 18, was Varsity Night in Columbus with a much larger
crowd. Continuing the tradition
of marching at high-profile loca-
tions, this year's Marching 110,
under the direction of Robert Suk,
took a trip to Florida over
Thanksgiving. They participated
in two parades at Disney World
and also made an appearance at
an NFL game: the Jacksonville
Jaguars against the Pittsburg
Steelers.

"The Marching 110 is like a
family," remarked fourth-year
member Brian Bross. "Whenever
anyone has a problem, we know
we can always turn to one anoth-
er for help." This closeness came
from the intense practices and all
the time spent working as a team,
and it did not stop with the close of
the football season. Some band
members went on to play in the
Varsity Band during basketball sea-
son while others played in the
University Band. Everyone wanted
to keep their skills sharp as well as

continue having fun with their surrogate family. For all involved, the Marching 110 was very spe
cial. Not only did it hone members' instrumental skills, but it offered life lessons and close friend
ships that will stay strong long after its members leave OU.

Athletics I Marching 110

Top: The Marching 110 performs a crowd-pleasing dance during halftime.

Bottom Left: A member of the band's drill team does a routine as the band plays during Varsity Night at Memorial Auditorium.

Bottom Right:The drumline keeps the beat during during a basketball game at the Convocation Center.

Above: The band's trom-
bones play away as the
Sousaphones prepare for
their part of the piece at
Varsity Night.

Right: Marching 110 mem-
bers show they're not afraid
to get down and dirty during
a football game.

Opposite page: Renee Toki,
an English Education major,
puts a spin on her cymbal
during a home basketball
game.

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Athletics I Marching 110

A Face of the Marching 110:
Sam Venable

The Marching 110, which performs during halftime at football games, is the result of many hours of effort
and practice volunteered by students. Sam Venable discovered the Marching 110 during a college visit. Interested
in joining, he went to band camp before school started in September, eventually tried out and was chosen to
become a member.

Venable, a first-year student, participated in band for four years at Wilmington High School in Wilmington,
Ohio. He plays the bass drum in both the Marching 110 and in the Varsity Band seen at Bobcat basketball games.
As a member of the Marching 110, he, along with his peers, practices five to six days a week during the fall to pre-
pare for their halftime performances. For Venable, one of the hardest things about being a member of the
Marching 110 is "living up to expectations."

"It is hard to always give 110 percent, but everyone in the band has worked hard, and there is pride in our
work," stated Venable.

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by When Ohio University athletes step out onto the court or playing field, they have dozens

micheiie shiveiy Q f Qhio University staff members behind them. Spectators, however, only see what goes or

once the game begins. They are unaware of the hard work of so many supporting staff member?

behind the scenes of Ohio University's athletic program.

Obviously, athletic coaches and team staff play a major role in preparing athletes for com
petition. Team members and staff put in an amazing amount of time in preparation for both spor
seasons and individual games.

"I don't think other students understand the time demands placed on athletes," said C
Saultz, Academic Services Intern.
Saultz works in Ohio University's
Academic and Developmental
Services, a department devoted to
assisting student athletes with their
academic studies. The department is
responsible for running study tables
for all athletic teams. Staff members
also meet with at-risk athletes, help
schedule classes and evaluate their
progress by midterm grade reports.

Other departments that are not
directly involved with student ath-
letes, but definitely assist them are
ticket operations, marketing and pro-
motions, facilities, and broadcasting
and media relations. Bob Lee, publi-
cations and web coordinator for the
university's athletic program, is
responsible for overseeing the pro-
duction of all publications dealing
with the athletic program. He also
oversees the athletic Web sites.

"We rely heavily on student
volunteers," Lee said. With only two
full time workers in the department,
"It's just impossible to get all the
sports done."

As with every other athletic
department, the emphasis is always
on the student athletes. "Our depart-
ment's job is to give them as much
positive exposure as we can," he said.

Student athletes are able to
represent Ohio University due to
hours and hours of their own hard
work, but also due to the dedication
of Ohio University's athletic depart-
ment staff members.

Athletics i Feature

enes

Opposite Page:
Andy Kershaw, assis-
tant swimming coach,
instructs his swim-
mers as they compete
against Denison

University. Photo by
Ki-Eun Kweon

Left: Women's basket-
ball staff members
encourage a player as
she takes a seat.

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by
kelly michael

In the championship game of the
Central States Collegiate Hockey League
Tournament (CSCHL) the Ohio Men's
Hockey Team fell to the top seeded
University of Illinois. The Bobcats domi-
nated all phases of the game; however,
they were only able to muster one goal
against the Illinois goalie, tournament
MVPTim Danlow. After sixty minutes of
hockey, the game was tied, one to one.
Six minutes into overtime, the Fighting
lllini scored the winning goal when the
puck deflected off the skate of Nick
Bilanow and past goalie Brian Gallagher
to clinch the championship for the
Fighting lllini. It was a fluke goal, said
Ohio head coach Dan Morris. "We had
the puck down at their end the entire
overtime and then the only time they got
the puck to our end, they scored off a
deflection off one of our guys."

The Bobcats earned the right to play in
the league championship game by
defeating sixth seeded St. Louis and
defend ing-tournament-champion Iowa
State in consecutive nights. Forward
Brian Roberts scored a hat trick against
Iowa State, to propel the Bobcat's to the
championship game. Goalies Lowell
Franko and Brian Gallagher earned the victories in
Friday and Saturday's games, respectively.

Heading into the league tournament, the Ohio
Men's Hockey Team compiled a regular season
record of 18-10-4, which was almost identical to the
record they had at the completion of last season.
Ohio's leading scorer forward Zac Hernandez attrib-
uted this to hard work. "I don't think we have as
many skilled players [as last season] but we have
more hardworking players, freshmen through sen-
iors," he said.

As a result of finishing as one of the top twelve
club hockey teams in the country the Bobcats quali-
fied for the ACHA National Tournament held at Bird
Arena. The Bobcats, the number four seed in the
tournament, finished as runner-up.

Athletics i Hockey

'hofos by Andrea Kjerrumgaard

op: Junior Matt Shenk takes a shot at the goal during the conference tournaments, which were hosted by OU this year.

lottom Left: Teammates congratulate each other after a goal has been scored.

lottom Right: Zach Hernandez shoots for the goal during a home game.

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by
Jennifer bishop

Gymnastics is one
of the newest club sports
offered to OU students.
The club was founded two years ago,
and its the first year of existence was
spent raising money for the team. Team
members worked at all the home foot-
ball games and many basketball games.
They also did carwashes and flip-a-
thons uptown.

During the season, which took
place mostly during the winter quarter,
team members practiced daily, condi-
tioning at Ping and doing two hour
practices at Global Gymnastics in order
to perfect their events. These events
included vault, bars, beam and floor
routines. Global Gymnastics is located
in The Plains, and the team makes the
ten minute drive three times a week.
For the newly formed team, the build-
ing where they practice is one of the its biggest obstacles. Advisor Stephanie Dorgan explained, "It's an
inadequate practice facility in terms of space and equipment."

Also because of the size of the facility, the gymnastics team is unable to host their own home meets.
"We hope to have our own facility in the future," stated President Katie Sprenger.

Although it is new to the university, the gymnastics team is already off to a successful and promising
start. Last year, its first year of competition, the team ended the season undefeated. After qualifying as one
of 30 teams to go to Nationals at Ohio State University, the team again proved itself earning sixth place. At
the end of the school year, the Gymnastics team was also named Club Sports Team of the Year. In the 2003

season the team had attended meets
at Virginia Tech where it placed second
out of 12 teams and at Miami where
they placed third of 13 teams.

Despite its success, the team
does face some challenges.
Gymnastics is a team sport, but it is
also an individual sport where single
athletes can win even when the team
does not. Sprenger said, "Trying to get
everyone to work together as a team is
sometimes difficult." To help with this
problem, the team does team-building
exercises throughout the season.

However, the team also has
many strengths. "[The team members]
have a love and commitment to the
sport and the commitment and desire
of the team's leadership," Dorgan saic.

Athletics I Gvmnastics/EquestnanTeam

Being named the 2002
Intercollegiate Horse Show
Association's National Champions
gave Ohio University's Equestrian
Team a reason to be proud, as
well as a tradition to uphold. They
were the first team at OU to win
that title, which makes them the
most successful club sport at the
university.

The 41 member coed team
is made up of driven students
who love riding. "There's just
something about being around a
horse," remarked President
Jessica West. "It's also very good
mentally, for it takes you away
from all the stress in your life
because you just focus on riding."
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ommended, it is not necessary.
Members are required to take at least eight lessons a
quarter and to practice once a week at Stonegate Farm
in Coolville in order to prepare for meets. Fundraising is
also a requirement for members to help raise money
for lessons and competitions. Their biggest event was
"rent-a-rider," hosted once in the fall and again in the
spring. Club members auctioned their cooking and
cleaning services off to the highest bidder in order to
raise enough money to meet their needs.

The equestrian team had 16 regular meets from
October through February, and then had a chance to go
on to Regionals, Zones, and Nationals, all held spring
quarter. The OU Equestrians did very well because of
their horse-riding abilities and drive to compete.
"People who say riding is not a sport are wrong. We
actually are in very good shape," said West. "Making a
1,200-pound animal do something it doesn't want to do
requires a lot of strength."

Above: Ohio juniors Julie McCostlinSarah Nichols and hunt seat coach Suni
Dils prepare Cienna for another jump class at the equestrian team's arena in
Coolville.

Left: Lani Blackford, a junior majoring in environmental health, prepares to
take another jump while riding Basie.

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the team quit after two weeks once they went to Sectionals and lost to Oberlin
College. However, after the SectionalTournament loss to Oberlin, a few core members
were still interested in the sport and joined the Men's Ultimate Team. The following
year there was still not enough interest to field a women's team. However, in the fall
of 1995, Micki Marusic formed a new ultimate team for women under the name,
"Running with Scissors." The next year Amy Krehbiel took over as captain of the team

and began recruiting many new members to join the club. Ever since Krehbiel

took charge of the team in 1996, the club, although it has changed names *^SQ|
numerous times, has remained strong.

In addition to ultimate frisbee, there are many other club sports avail-
able for women to actively participate in, including tennis, gymnastics, vol-
leyball, softball, rugby and crew. There is a small participation fee for each
sport, which covers the cost of travel, uniforms, court rental, and other
expenses. Tryouts for club sports usually begin at the beginning of the year
for sports like softball and volleyball or at the start of each quarter for sports
like tennis. Some club sports allow new members to join freely throughout
the academic year.

The Ohio University Women's Club Sports program is dedicated to the
mission of provid-
ing and developing
leadership opportu-
nities for female
students who are
interested in a sport
or activity. Club
sports are commit-
ted to improving
the quality of life
for students, facul-
ty, staff, as well as
encouraging
healthy lifestyle
choices. Each club
is student run and
establishes an

organizational
framework, leader-
ship and schedule
to meet the needs
of its members.

Athletics i Women's Club Sports

Opposite Page: Katie

Keehneo, a sophomore,
returns the volley during a
tennis club practice. Photo
by Katie Labbe

Left: Students warm up for a
work out with the martial arts
club.

Below: Women's Water Polo
Goalie, Lindsey James jumps
for the block. Photo by: Katie
Labbe

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Ohio University offers 18 club sports for men. Marcus Wunderle, president of the Men'
Crew team, has been involved with the team since his second year at OU. Wunderle said, "M
favorite aspect of crew is the teamwork involved. The team is like a family. We spend so muc
time together during the racing season that we have become very close." Although the cre\
team is very young, Wunderle expects a terrific season next year. "We have very few retunin
rowers so the experience of racing is lacking, but they have a great work ethic and will be a grec
team next year."

Fourth-year mechanical engineering major Michael Ismer, was president of OU'
Ultimate Frisbee team. The team prepared for its competitive spring quarter competitions i
which they went head to head against teams such as Ohio State, Michigan and Michigan Stats
Halsmer described his team's attitude, stating, "As a team we continually beat teams that ar
faster and more athletic than us because we
work harder, and everyone on the team
knows that if they get into trouble on or off
the field, the rest of the guys will step up
and help. Everyone on the team is willing
to work hard and learn from his or her mis-
takes. We never quit." Ultimate has a
strong alumni base that encourages and
supports the player's improvement. "The
most memorable experience this year was
after our game with the OU alumni team at
Halloween. They commented on how much
the team and I improved since they played
with us. Since these guys took me under
their wing and taught me the game when I
was a clueless freshman it meant a lot to
me.

Club sports are a great way for stu-
dents to use their high school athletic expe-
rience in a new way. Matt Kittle, a junior
marketing and MIS major on OU's water
polo team is a great example. "I swam in
high school, and didn't want to swim in col-
lege, so I decided to do some other sport. I
decided that water polo was something I
could do well because of my speed in
swimming, and started to play."

Carl Fechko compared the men's
rugby team to brotherhood. "You see
everybody daily. No matter how your game
goes, you are still buddies after. The play-
ers are more than just your teammates;
they are your best friends."

Athletics I Men's Club Sports

Left: Junior Corey Joens, holds up aT-shirt,
while Peter Snyder draws the name of
winner of the shirt. The drawing was a part

of the Ohio Men's Crew 6 th Annual Run/ •
Walk Fall Classic. Photo by Ki-Eun Kweon.

Below: A member of the boxing club
practices his jabs with a punching bag.

Left: Sophomore, Adam Joly, prepares to serve another round. Photo by
Katie Labbe

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erica lutterbein ff ers a w jd e variety of sports to students seeking activity. Students in search of a way tj
keep in shape, meet new friends, be part of a team or just have fun can stop by the Campu!
Recreation offices in Ping Center to sign up for intramural sports. Students can compete ir
teams for sports such as flag football, broomball, basketball and volleyball, or they can com
pete individually in tennis, horseshoes, bowling or badminton.

First-year student John Nank and his friends played men's intramural basketball durinc
winter quarter on the team, "The Ghetto Boyz."

"Intramural sports gives students a chance to play a more organized game than the\
have going at the courts," Nank said. He also noticed that even intramural sports have fans
"I noticed that some teams had a following," he said. "At the last game we had a bit of <
crowd going."

Jared Black, a fourth-year student, has been playing intramural sports since he came tc
OU. He played flag football his first two years, softball his third year, and basketball even
year. Black played basketball in high school and wanted to continue pursuing the sport.

"It was a release from school," he said, "and a way to compete against people like ir
high school sports."

Other students, like third-year student Bethany Miller, played mostly for fun. Mille
played intramural co-ed softball with a group of her friends. She said it was a positive activ
ity they could do while working as a team, exercising and spending time outdoors.

"We won the first two games, but after that we played teams that were pretty seriou;
about it, so it went downhill from there," she said. "We lost really badly."

Even though Miller played mostly for fun, she did enjoy the competitiveness.

"It was great because no one on our team was really serious about it, so you could be
competitive
but have fun
at the same
time,"
said.

Whether
student
serious
lete or
someone
who wants to
get out of the
dorm room to
play some
pingpong, he
or she likely
can find

something of
interest
through intra-
mural sports.

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Above: A member of one of the women's broomball teams shoots for the goal.

Left: Alison Davis, Erin Miller, Annie Ervin and Amy Bernaph cheer on the men's
bowling team that called themselves the "15-Pound Balls."

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Above: Warren Wilson keeps the score of his intramural bowling team and watches the next bowler take his turn while the other team does the
same. Photo by: Katie Labbe

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Left: Disappointment is
apparent on the faces of
this team when the refer-
ee call the other team's
touchdown good.

Below: Broomball,

played on the ice while
the players wear sneak-
ers, is one of the most
popular intramural

sports at OU. Games
take place at Byrd Arena
late at night.

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stacia goiem en j oy tne outdoors and seek adventure, Ohio University has the perfect well-kept secret:
Outdoor Pursuits.

A division of Campus Recreation, Outdoor Pursuits holds regular backpacking, rap-
pelling and skiing trips throughout the year to various locations in Ohio, West Virginia and
Kentucky. The trips are open to OU students, staff and community members. Experience
is not necessary before joining; leaders host rappelling and backpacking clinics to teach the
basic skills needed.

One of the more popular trips is New Adventures, a canoeing and hiking trip in
Boundary Waters, Minnesota. This is an orientation for incoming freshmen before school
starts in the fall and is an opportunity for them to meet people right off the bat while earn-
ing college credit. Outdoor Pursuits sponsored exciting trips during spring break as well.
Students could choose to travel to the Bahamas to scuba dive, or to take a backpacking trip
in Cohutta Wilderness, Georgia.

Outdoor Pursuits also has on-campus activities available to interested students.
There is a challenge course, or Ropes Course, which promotes group cooperation as well
as self-confidence. In addition, there is a 36-foot rock climbing wall at Ping Recreation
Center that students can use to practice their skills. In March, the group hosted the Fourth
Annual Rock Stars Climbing Competition at the wall. It was an all-day competition with
prizes for the winners.

With the various trips and activities to take part in, it is hard not to benefit from an
experience with Outdoor Pursuits. "Especially with my Outdoor Education/Recreation
major, I have gained so much during my four years with the program," commented senior

Jamie Jasinski, former
participant and current
Climbing Wall Manager,
Challenge Course

Facilitator and Trip
Leader. "Things I learn
in class, I can apply in
my activities here, but I
am learning more actual-
ly doing than just sit-
ting."

Left: Jackie kelly and Jamie Jasinski
look at a map to plan out a hiking
route.

■■"*! Photos courtesy of Jamie Jasinski

Athletics ! Outdoor Pursuits

Top Left: Chuck Kalinsky
goes through his pack
while enjoying the beauty
that surrounds him.

Top Right: Several hikers
wade through a stream on
a summer backpacking trip.

Bottom: Levi Rose sets up
his tenet and unpack his
supplies.

My job is being an
ear for someone
to talk to, a source
for advice and
answering tons of
questions.

- Cory Cronin,
on being an RA

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res life staff: a helping hand

On September 7, as thousands of Ohio University students prepared to move into OU's residence
halls, 209 resident assistants were waiting to greet them. Already, these individuals had put in a hefty
amount of time getting ready to welcome their residents.

After an eight-week class focused on issues like racism, sexism and classism, resident assistants were
ready to face anything. RAs also arrived on campus early to attend workshops to sharpen their skills.
However, Chris Wolf, a third-year resident assistant, said that the most important training comes later, when
RAs actually interact with residents.

Resident assistants share common values that they try to show residents. RA Colleen Ervin said thai
these values include promoting a sense of community, resolving conflicts, promoting tolerance and creat-
ing a safe learning and living environment.

"Being an RA is just a part of your personality," Ervin said.

Each resident assistant has a different style of leadership, depending on his or her personality and the
situation. Cory Cronin, an RA for first-year students, said,
"My job is being an ear for someone to talk to, a source for
advice and answering tons of questions."

Along with resident assistants, OU employs 20 secu-
rity aides. Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night, SAs
patrol each of the three residential greens, ensuring that
OU's rules and regulations are being upheld. Security
aides' priority is to promote the safety of all students. SAs
have the same authority as resident assistants, but are also
in contact with the OU Police Department.

Each RA and SA chose his or her position for per-
sonal reasons. Most, however, expressed a desire to help
other Ohio University students. Adam Gibson wanted to be
an RA "for the experience of helping out residents and
being a resource for them."

Senior Security Aide Brian Koster wanted to become
an SA his freshman year. "I thought it would be really cool
to walk around with a radio and help others at the same
time," he said. "Of course, there's a lot more to it."

Ervin also wanted to help people when she became
an RA. "Being an RA looks good on resume, and a big
room doesn't hurt either!" she added.

The best part of being a resident assistant for many,
including Ervin, is the positive interaction with residents.
"That's the fun stuff," she said. Sometimes, though, it takes
a while for residents to see their RAs as friends.

"I almost take on a different identity because I'm a
RA," said Cronin. "Residents make assumptions about my
life." He added, "I'm not just an RA - I'm also a person."

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eft: Bromley Hall RA Lea Cook decorates a bulletin board on her floor's hallway. Photo by Andrea Kjerrumgaard.
ibove: Two students sponge-paint during a residence hall activity.

by Jennifer bishop and katie brandt

life on the greens

Every day as people walk to classes and across campus they pass the thousands of faces that make
up the green where they live. Moving into their rooms at the beginning of the year, students join a new
community and make a new life for themselves away from their hometowns. Each green on campus is
unique and has a variety of different people and activities to enjoy.

West Green is made up of eight residence halls, Boyd Dining Hall, the Boyd Grab'n Go, Boyd Market,
and the residents. Separated from the rest of the campus by Richland Avenue, students are not secluded
because of the division, but actually benefit because of the location. Although it's quite a distance to trav-
el across to the other side of campus, the green is conveniently located within a short distance from the Ping
Recreational Center, the Aquatic Center, and Byrd Arena. Even more importantly it takes only a few min-
utes to make the walk into town. "It's like our own mini resort," joked first-year student Sarah Kuk.

While it might be apart from the other greens, its location is convenient for destinations almost any-
where on campus. Without navigating too many hills, people can get almost anywhere they need to go in
a short amount of time.

Also, residents explained that they prefer West Green to the others that they have seen because it is
mostly a residential area. With a few exceptions, the majority of the buildings are residence halls, so there
is not as much traffic with people coming to classes. Atmosphere is another reason why students love the
green. First-year student Abby Morgan stated simply, "It's a pretty place."

By far, it seems to be the people that are the biggest asset to the green. Mike Clevidence, a second-
year student and RA in Sargent Hall, explained, "people can be crazy, but there is a more mature feeling on
the green than in the other places I have been and lived."

Several residents described how helpful and friendly the residence hall staff was on move-in day and
have been since that time. Throughout the year there have also been many activities planned just for the
students, such as movie nights, trick-or-treaters visiting the halls, and special dinners. During the first quar-
ter there was a cookout at the Convocation Center that allowed students to get to know more people, and
later on there were several holiday dinners. Trick-orTreating was also a hit with residents. Local kids were
brought to the halls and went around on each floor. "We have a lot of fun with the activities, and the peo-
ple who don't come are missing out on a lot," remarked Clevidence.

One resident living in the Convo summed up the feelings of many of the residents on West Green;
"it's a good place to live because it's active and fun."

At the bottom of Morton and Jefferson Hills sit the many timeless buildings that compose OU's East
Green and just beyond those, the residence halls of South Green. Together, these Greens contain a total of
33 residence halls. Fourteen belong to East and 19 to South.

Any student living in one of the halls that make up East Green - the oldest green used for dormito-
ries - wakes each morning to the brick pathways and clock towers that decorate the Green just outside their
windows. On the way to classes, they also pass one or both of its two dining halls: Shively and Jefferson.

"It's a really convenient place to live," third-year resident assistant of East Green's Washington Hall
Laurel Franz said.

First-year student and Bush Hall resident, Beth Comer, travels to Jefferson often for dinner and waits
in line to choose her own vegetables and meat that the dining hall's employees will proceed to stir fry for
her. "I prefer the Wok Bar because it's more like real food," she stated, adding that as far as she knows, no
other dining hall on campus offers this sort of meal option in addition to the standard meals.

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jove: Everyone backs away as a resident flings paint across the table. RAs set up activities such as this to allow students to get to
iow each other better.

South Green's Nelson Dining Hall also offers something unique and exclusively
South. Students travel from all over campus to Nelson for its Grab and Go's chicken strips,
pizzas and cookies. First-year student and East Green resident Dave Royer makes the trek
to Nelson for a lunch of chicken strips on a daily basis. "I don't like the food at the other
Grab and Go" he said, referring to East Green's Shively which has a line stretching out the
door around lunchtime everyday. "I like fast food," he continued.

In addition to the Nelson Grab and Go, South Green features another appealing
aspect of OU that remains exclusively South: the mods. A mod is a living room with two
or three hallways branching off of it. Six people live down each hallway, and all the halls
share the living room.

First-year student and South Green resident Adam Abramowicz lives in a mod. "It's
not bad," he said. "You get to live on your own, so you're not stuck with somebody you
don't like." He went on to explain what he likes specifically about the mods. "You do meet
people though, and you decide who you want to room with your sophomore year."

Not all South Green residents live in mods though. RA Margaret Eberhard lived in a
typical residence hall, Crawford, her freshman year. Eberhard appreciates the seclusion that
South Green offers. "I like how it's off by itself," she said, also mentioning the river that
flows around the Green and the scenic courtyards within.

Each quarter, the Residence Life staff of East Green organizes green-wide events that
all students may participate in, regardless of which green they call home. In the fall, the tri-
angle between Bush, Washington, and Jefferson Halls harbored the OctoberfEAST. Festive
lights dangled from tree to tree and music reverberated throughout the green as Residence
Life members staffed various stations of food and games.

During fall quarter,Tiffin and Gamertsfelder Halls scheduled a picnic between the two

buildings complete
with hamburgers
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of some kind, but it rained so it did-
n't go as planned." He went on to
say that he would have enjoyed
himself more "if not for the rain."

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bove: Students walk across a snow-covered South Green on their way back from their days' activities. South Green has many unique quali-
3S, including the catwalks that connect the residence halls and Nelson Dining Hall.

pposite Page: Sophomores Melissa Powers andTim Kelso enjoy the benefit of having a swimming pool in their dorm as they play in
romley Hall's pool. Photo by Andrea Kjerrumgaard.

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Once everyone returned from Winter Break, Jefferson Hall hosted Star Search. For this event, sti
dents showcased their talents; some worked as groups while others performed solo. Shortly after that, i
early February, East Green residents with G.RA.'s above 3.0 gathered in the lobby of Washington Hall for
ceremony in recognition of the grades they had earned.

East Green's annual Mama Paluau took place during spring quarter. Residence Life arranged this oir
door happening in honor of Mom's Weekend.

In contrast to the numerous events held on East Green, South Green's major event took place in thj
fall. Over a span of three nights, interested students put together teams and competed against one anotr
er in the South Green Games. Each night featured a different attraction, such as banner making and sca\
enger hunts as well as football and volleyball games. The winning groups received t-shirts in honor of the
achievements.

Abramowicz enjoyed his time spent involved in the games. "Not a lot of people participated," he saic
"but I'm up for anything."

Also in the fall, willing residents of both Greens participated in a trick-or-treating event. On Hallowee
evening, local children passed through the hallways of residence halls all over campus. Led by OU student!
the kids went from door to door dressed as ghosts, princesses, and other classic figures. Many dorm res
dents decorated their rooms
with black and orange stream-
ers and pumpkins and played
festive music for the trick-or-
treaters.

First-year student and
East Green resident Quinn
Bowman watched as the chil-
dren walked through his hall
collecting candy. "It was kind
of weird actually," he said with
a laugh. "Because of all the
debauchery that usually goes
on in the hall, I felt guilty see-
ing children here."

Both East and South
Greens offer a wide variety of
events for their residents, pro-
viding some needed stress
relief and bonding time among
members of the greens.

Right: A student studies in a residence
hall study room.

Left: An East Green resident makes use of
one of the green's dining facilities.
Although Shively Corner does not take the
regular meal Ian, it does accept Bobcat
cash.

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Everyone helps
each other out.
Most chapters
offer tutoring to
their members,
and some chap-
ters give out
scholarships.

- Chad Lanman,
on academic
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Greek life on the Ohio University campus continued its academic,
philanthropic and social success this year. The ten sororities, along with the
eighteen fraternities on campus, strengthened their ties with the University
and the surrounding community through a variety of activities.

In addition to a new school year, fall quarter brought Greek life a new
advisor. Michael Sprinkle, known to students as just "Sprinkle," came to
Ohio University as the Assistant Director for Fraternity and Sorority Affairs.
Sprinkle is responsible for the advising and development of the Greek com-
munity at OU. He filled a position that had been vacant since spring 2001.
(/} "He's a good worker," said Director of Student Activities Anne

Lombard. "He's full of ideas and enthusiastic, and he's a good fit for us."

Sprinkle says that he and Ohio University are a great fit. "I inter-
viewed a few places, but the job and students here were the best fit for my
personality," said Sprinkle. "I liked the staff, and I loved the students."

According to Sprinkle, OU's campus is a place where there is room for
growth, but the Greek organizations "can build on top of what's been laid."

One of his main goals is to see an expansion in the philanthropic
efforts fraternities and sororities put forth.

"Greek students raise a lot of money with philanthropy projects, and
that's great, but I'd like to see students reaping the personal benefits of com-
munity service," said Sprinkle.

In addition to growth of philanthropy projects, Sprinkle hopes to see
Greek life become more accessible to the general student body. He wants
to make the Greek Web sites more user-friendly, as well as to continue to
build valuable relationships with students and staff.

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quarter brought many new faces to fraternities and sororities on campus
through fall recruitment.

Fraternities highlighted their recruitment efforts by hosting a week-
long recruitment period in which prospective members were able to meet
members from each fraternity. A two-day formal recruitment was followed

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to see the fraternities operate in a more relaxed setting.
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and memorable event.

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As many Ohio University alumni prepared for their travels back to

Athens for Homecoming festivities, fraternities and sororities geared up for

Homecoming 2002 by competing in an annual competition. The competition

was made up of philanthropic, talent-based, athletic and creative activities

that put teams of fraternities and sororities against each other.

^3 Homecoming events for the greek community included flag football,

ffj a clothing drive and a service auction, said Jenn Williamson, Women's

^^ Panhellenic Association vice president for programming.

At the service auction, attendees were able to bid for select Greek
(^ members to perform a service. The money raised from the auction went to

4^ Athens County Big Brothers and Big Sisters.

™JJ? In addition to competition-based programming, the Interfraternity

Mr Council and Women's Panhellenic Association brought in speaker David

^Q Coleman, better known as the "dating doctor." Fraternity and sorority mem-

bers were charged an admission fee of one canned food item for the event.
The Thursday night of Homecoming week featured the annual "Yell
Like Hell" pep rally on the steps of Baker Center. Greek members gathered
on Union Street in the misty rain to show their support for the Bobcat foot-
mm ball team as well as Ohio University.

™" The week would not be capped off without the ever-so-famous float

QL competition and Omega Mouth competition.

The float competition was included as part of the Homecoming

VW Parade that ran through Athens and Ohio University streets. This year, the

"TJU team of Alpha Epsilon Pi, Delta Gamma and Phi KappaTheta won the "Best

^^ Greek Float" award given by the University Program Council. The team's

™" float included a train with smoke coming out of the chimney, a real master-

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CQ Greek community. The Omega Mouth competition featured the teams of fra-

^^ m ternities and sororities performing choreographed dances to randomly cho-

sen music. The event raised $1,551 for Athens County Big Brothers and Big
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said Poitinger.

Erin Hari, Order of Omega public relations chairwoman, said the
group raised money through donations by fraternity and sorority members
who attended the event.

"Everyone was required to pay a dollar to get in. That money count-

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goes to Big Brother/Big Sister," she said.
The winners, the team of Sigma Chi, Alpha Delta Pi and Acacia, per-
WJ formed a well-choreographed rendition of "Crazy LittleThing Called Love."

The performance involved males in poodle skirts, a female with Elvis-
inspired sideburns and a wealth of wildly choreographed dancing and lip-
synching.

The winners of the Omega Mouth competition also wound up win-
ning the entire Homecoming Week competition by a very narrow margin.

Homecoming 2002, better known as "Coming Home," was a fun-filled
week of exciting and beneficial activities for all involved.

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While many Ohio University students had already departed for winter break, and
many more were hours away from leaving, a fire broke
out at the Beta Theta Pi fraternity house at 23 S. Congress
St. According to Athens Fire Department, the house
caught fire at about 6:30 a.m. on Friday, November 22,
2002.

One student suffered a dislocated arm from jump-
ing from a second-story window. The other 28 students
evacuated the house safely.

The fire originated in the formal room, said
AFD Chief Bob Troxel. The front portion had substan-
tial fire damage and the remaining portion of the structure
had smoke damage.

Beta Theta Pi senior Steven Cespedes said he sus-
pected the fire stemmed from a lamp that was placed too
close to the curtains.

Damage is estimated at $250,000 in structural
damage, and $100,000 in contents, Troxel said.

Aid was provided to the students by the universi-
ty and local merchants. Residents of the house were
given temporary housing. Reconstruction was scheduled
to be ready by Fall 2003.

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Greek life, but it varies between chapters.

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fraternity and sorority chapters.

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O united in song

Singing Men of Ohio, an 80-member, all-men's choir organization continued its tradi-
tion of excellence at Ohio University. In addition to performing three concerts, SMO went on
tour over spring break, raised most of the money to support
the organization, and continued to supply singers to
Section 8, a 12-member a capella group associated with
SMO.

The Singing Men of Ohio performed a concert in con-
junction with the women's choir group at the end of Fall
Quarter, a concert in March on their own, and another con-
cert during Moms' Weekend in May. Justin Stuempfle, a
fifth-year student who has been a member of SMO since
2001, said the March concert went particularly well.

"The major piece we performed was 'Quest
Unending' by Joseph Martin," he said. "The piece was spe-
cially commissioned for the Singing Men of Ohio in mem-
ory of Ira Zook."

Dr. Ira Zook, who passed away in November 2000,
was the founder of Singing Men of Ohio and directed it
until his death. According to Stuempfle, Joseph Martin, the
composer of "Quest Unending" had been a friend of
Zook's. SMO's accompanist, Harolyn Bryant, contacted
Martin and asked him to put the poem "The Quest
Unending" to music for the commemorative piece.

Over spring break, the Singing Men traveled around
Ohio to recruit new talent for the group. Stuempfle said that
SMO will travel to Puerto Rico next year, and that in the
past the group has traveled to Florida, and as far away as
China.

SMO was also busy fundraising. Although the School
of Music helps the group financially by not making them

pay to hold performances in its facilities, the rest of the fundraising is up to the members
themselves. Stuempfle said one of the most enjoyable fundraisers is an auction.

"We sell the guys off to do chores, clean house, or go out on a date with the highest
bidder," he said.

The rest of the group's funds come from selling advertising space in the concert pro-
grams and the annualTshirt and CD sales.

Another important aspect of Singing Men of Ohio is Section 8. This 12-member a
capella group was founded in 1995 by a graduate student, Raymond Feener, who is now the
SMO and Section 8's director. Section 8 began as a smaller group "to perform gigs, because
it's hard to get all 80 members out to do smaller performances," said Stuempfle. Although
all 12 members of Section 8 are also members of SMO, Section 8 has a distinct style.
Stuempfle said members for Section 8 are not only chosen on the basis of singing ability,
but also on stage presence, personality and dedication to SMO.

On April 12, Section 8 hosted its first ever collegiate a capella competition, the Ohio
University a Capella Invitational. Groups from all over the country traveled to Athens to com-
pete. Stuempfle said there are even some women on campus who "wish they were guys so
they could join the Singing Men of Ohio." Stuempfle and the rest of the Singing Men refer
to these women, mostly music majors, and friends or girlfriends of the members, as the
"SMO Mammas."

"The best thing about Singing Men of Ohio is the community, the brotherhood, the
camaraderie we have," said Stuempfle. "We have that common ground, that bond through
the music. But at the same time we have parties, go out, go to concerts, play video games,
and play intramural sports. It's just the best things about a fraternity without all the negative;
connotations."

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Top Left: President and Vice President of the Singing Men of Ohio take money from their
fundraiser at Nelson Commons. Photo by Katie Labbe

Top Right: Gathered together are the members of Section 8, Singing Men of Ohio's a
capella group. Photo courtesy of Justin Stuempfle.

Bottom: Raymond Feener directs the Singing Men of Ohio in song. Photo by Katie Labbe

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the rock lobster

The All Campus Radio Network (ACRN) is a student-run online radio station designed
to provide OU students with "real life" job training while working for a radio station. ACRN's
mission is to provide training in an environment that promotes intellectual, professional and
spiritual growth. The Music Department of ACRN decides what is broadcasted throughout
campus. Music director Dan Hung said, "If it's good.... we play it."

ACRN, established 32 years ago, is the only fully student-run radio station on campus
and is modeled after commercial radio stations in an attempt to make the experience as gen-
uine as possible. A Rock Lobster named Snat is the station's mascot.

First-year stu-
dent and ACRN
member Ian

Hoxworth stated,
"Being a member of
the group is great
because it's really
fun working late
night with all my
friends while getting
job experience for
my career as a disk
jockey."

ACRN can be
accessed online

through the Web site
www.ACRN.com.

Right: ACRN executives Kim
and Stephanie Trick, with help
from Nick Feltch, begin deco-
rating the ballroom for the
Two Dollar Prom. Photo by
Robin Pfingst

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Left: Megan Toth, mobile director, changes CDs while DJing at
the ACRN'sTwo Dollar Prom. Photo by Robin Pfingst

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planning ahead

Every Wednesday at 6 p.m. in Scripps 111, the Ohio University Advertising Association
meets to discuss their ad campaign competition, think of community service projects, talk about
their future trips, plan social events and listen to special weekly guest speakers.

Each year the OUAA competes in the National Student Advertising Competition and this year
the client for the competition was the Toyota Matrix. The association also plans two yearly trips.
The first is a trip in the fall to New York City for an advertising conference sponsored by the
Advertising Women of New York. The second trip is in the spring, when members travel to
Chicago for the Chicago Advertising Federation's College Career Day.

The OU Advertising Association is a student chapter of the American Advertising Federation,
and it is strong-
ly affiliated with
the Columbus
Advertising
Federation. The
president of the
association this
school year is
Jenny Greufe.

Right: Professor
Jane Sojka meets
with OUAA pro-
grammer Roshni
Marfatia after

speaking at a
meeting.

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dents turn out for
the first meeting of
the year.

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Top: Kristen Sekella and Mandy Adamkosky
wake up after napping on the way to New
York City.

Middle Left: Melissa Hough practices her
advertising skills by chalking an "ad" onto a
campus sidewalk.

Middle Right: BradTracy, Marc Lowe, Jenny
Greufe, Rob Bown, Evan Brignolo, Megan
Averell, Erin Kerkhoff, Nick Sweeney and
Laura Jackson get ready to represent the
OUAA in flag football intramural competi-
tion.

Bottom: Laura Jackson, Jenny Greufe,
Nadia Hile, Erin Kerkoff and Dawn Hayes
enjoy the executive board retreat in
Septemeber.

capturing moments

The mission of the Athena Yearbook is "to produce a quality publication documenting
the year at OU." This year, members lived up to this proclamation, in spite of staff changes,
and created the 2002-2003 Athena Yearbook, "Faces."

"Losing key staff members late in the year made producing the book a challenge, but
the rest of us were able to pull together and rise to the task," commented editor-in-chief
Molly Tinker.

This club requires dedication, but it also provides rewards to the student volunteers
who join. Although open to any ambitious student, the yearbook staff is composed of
mostly journalism and visual communication majors seeking out-of-classroom experience.
Freshman Heather Ryerson said she joined the Athena as part of the design staff because |
"it is good experience for my major, Visual Communications. Layouts and designs are
whatVisCom people prepare."

The Athena has executive staff that guides copy writers, photographers and designers
with their assignments. Stories are written by the copy staff, who research their topics and
conduct interviews. Photographers take pictures to complement the stories as well as write
the captions to go along with them.

The design staff then puts it all together creating layouts that fit the sections and
working with the photographers to select the right pictures to fit each page. The final prod-
uct is the personalized, professional depiction of a single year: The Athena Yearbook.

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Top: Copy editors Erica
Lutterbein and Nick Feltch go
over some copy turned in by
a writer before a meeting
starts.

Bottom Left: Photographer
Alicia Whissel listens as the
photo edtor goes over the
assignments for the week.

Bottom Right: Executive
staff members Maria
Waltner, Erica Lutterbein,
Nick Feltch, Andrea

Kjerrumgaard and Molly
Tinker discuss the progress
of the yearbook.

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jivin away

Circle Slides Helicopters Arm Tangles. Ohio University s Jitterbug Club employed these and
other moves to demonstrate their dancing talents this past year. Meeting at the Union every Tuesday
evening and The Corner Room in Baker Center every Thursday, the group, in its sixth year, continued to
provide an excellent way for students to relieve stress and have fun while learning a wide variety of
dances.

The Jitterbug Club is a good place to meet friends and hang out. club President Brian Morris said.
During the meetings, members pair off to learn a variety of dances including the Jitterbug, the Lindyhop.
the Balboa, the Meringue and ballroom dancing. This interaction allows special bonds to form between
members. Also, the Jitterbug Club extends connections outside the OU community, as it interacts with
swing clubs from around the state.

Jitterbug club members enjoy the fun, motivational and educational benefits, Morris stressed. It is
difficult not to have a good time in such a positive atmosphere. Members also gain from being able to
release tension caused by stressful exams and hectic schedules and appreciate the drug-free nature of the
group. It s a good alterna-
tive to drinking, Treasurer
Kasey Lauderman stated
concerning the club s drug-
free environment. Without
the pressure and threat of
drugs, participants are free to
have safe and enjoyable
experiences, she continued.

The club sponsored
many events throughout the
year. In fall quarter, it invit-
ed Jenny Luvv and the
Boilermaker Band to per-
form at a dance. In the win-
ter, the club held the Jivin
Hearts Dance on

Valentine s Day, which fea-
tured the music of the Stone
Rock Big Band as well as a
bachelor auction. In May,
the Jitterbug Club arranged
an all-day dance workshop
with instructors from
Chicago, Columbus and
Hocking Hills. The work-
shop was followed by an
evening dance where partici-
pants were able to apply
what they had learned
throughout the day.
Providing a unique mix of
activities to students, the OU
Jitterbug Club successfully
continued its strong tradition
of friends and fun.

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o that swingin' good music at a Thursday
.indy Hop session. Photo by Katie Labbe

5elow Left: Brian Morris and partner
n/lariah are dancing at the Thursday Lindy
,-lop meeting.

Jelow Right: Jitterbug Club members
Shaun Holloway and Kristi Krasula jump
lind jive to the swingin' music at swing
practice.

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classy leadership

Under the leadership of enthusiastic officers,
Senior Class Council worked hard, planning and partic-
ipating in many activities. The main goal of Senior
Class Council was "to represent the needs of the sen-
ior class in the most effective and efficient way possi-
ble," said President Amanda Cunningham. Other offi-
cers included Vice President Stephen Matsko, Treasurer
James Harris and Secretary Jackie Ruback. Fifteen
other members contributed to the Council's efforts
alongside these officers.

Throughout the year, Senior Class Council was
responsible for many activities for Ohio University
seniors. The Council hosted the Senior Class Happy
Hour on a regular basis. They also planned the Senior
Class trip to Las Vegas that took place in spring quar-
ter.

Other responsibilities of the Senior Class Council
related more to graduation. Members chose
Commencement speakers and worked to raise money
for the class gift to Ohio University. One of their most
beneficial projects was a Graduation Fair for all sen-
iors. "It's like one stop shopping for graduation," said
Cunningham. Information on graduation, joining
alumni chapters, paying student loans, purchasing a
car or apartment and other pertinent information was
available for graduates.

Cunningham cites "getting to meet a wide variety
of students I'd otherwise not get a chance to work
with," as the best part of her Senior Class Council expe-
rience. The Senior Class Council succeeded in making
their contributions to Ohio University both fun and
practical for all students.

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serving the public

Arnold Air Society is a community service club that
is open to all Air Force ROTC members. Led by Heather
Clark, commander of the organization, students volun-
teer to help out with different events in the community.
During each rotation, about one and a half quarters,
club members participate in up to three or four pre-
planned services. Sometimes work is sought out in the
community, but people also come to the organization to
ask for help with their events. In the past Arnold Air
Society has worked with the American Heart Association
and Big Brothers Big Sisters. The members also attend a
national conference to discuss business each year.

During the year Arnold Air Society works on a vari-
ety of fundraisers. The society is comprised of almost
half of the ROTC members attending Ohio University, so
the biggest challenge is coordinating conflicting sched-
ules to find a meeting time. Meetings are sometimes
held as late as 10 p.m. to avoid conflicts. This is because
Air Force ROTC members are required to take training
classes where they learn proper customs and courtesies
and attend leadership laboratories along with the basic
college courses.

Many ROTC participants choose to volunteer
through Arnold Air Society to get involved with the
community and to get the chance to gain more firsthand
experience with leadership skills. Members work at all
different levels of planning, from organizing transporta-
tion to creating newsletters and paper work to gathering
people together for events. "It takes a lot of time but
gives us the chance to work with the community,"
explained Vanessa Vanden Bout.

Commander Clark has been a member of the club
for the past four years. "I love the community service,"
stated Clark, who explained that the organization also
helps groom the young members for future service and
work."lt's a cool way to work with the public and learn
skills for the future at the same time."

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by stacia gole

Students belong to a college within Ohio University
to gain much more than just a degree. Many join clubs
sponsored by specific colleges that allow for real-world
experiences related to their own fields of study. Although
anyone attending OU is welcome, the College of Arts and
Sciences hosts the A & S Student Ambassadors.

"The purpose of this club is to help students become
involved with the college by meeting professors and
attending college-related activities," said club historian
Latoya Turner.

The organization's activities have been for all types
of students, from potential and new to current and gradu-
ate. The DARS fest was held in the fall to introduce new
students to their advisors as well as to help them read
their DARS reports. Also, every spring the Ambassadors
conduct programs called Elements and First Day, in which
prospective students visit OU and are welcomed by the
club. There was a Graduate Testing Program in February
for practice with graduate entrance exams as well.

The Ambassadors joined forces with several other
OU clubs to help organize a Spoken Word Extravaganza,
which was held on November 9. They invited prominent
writers and poets speak and perform to an audience open
to the public about the power of the spoken word.
Famous authors and poets showcased included Ras
Baraka and Guillermo Rebollo-Gil. Dr.T Ford-Ahmed and
the Jumla Wahi Players also performed, for the first time
in 30 years. Commenting on the club's participation in
planning the event, President of the A & S Student
Ambassadors Melissa Lander said, "This was the first
time anything like this was done on campus, so we decid-
ed to jump right in and help out. It was truly a great pro-
gram to be a part of."

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promoting health

POWER is a non-profit organization of peer educators
who program on issues facing college students including
sexual issues, alcohol, nutrition, exercise, relationships,
spirituality, stress management, and other general well-
ness issues. POWER, which stands for Promoting Ohio
University Wellness Education Responsibly, is made up of
Ohio University students that are recognized as nationally
certified peer health educators. POWER holds weekly
POWER hours at the Ping Center and schedules programs
for student organizations, residence halls, and classes.

Pills, powders, potion, beating the winter blahs, latexol-
ogy, stressed out, recreational drugs, celebrating healthy
bodies and healthy lives, and spring break safety are seven
examples of seminars that POWER ran for Ohio University
students during the 2002-2003 school year. In addition,
POWER also can schedule extra programs per organiza-
tions' requests. The organizations can schedule these spe-
cial events by contacting POWER, discussing the desired
content of the program, and developing a promotional
poster to encourage students to attend the program.

Why do students join POWER? First, they learn about
health issues that are extremely valuable to themselves
and others. Second, they get a chance to meet new friends
and all sorts of people. Finally, it is a very productive group
to become involved and affiliated with. To become a
POWER member, students must submit an application and
attend an interview. After they complete the interview
process, they must enroll in a 4 credit hour class where
they will learn everything that there is to know about
POWER and health issues that face the OU campus.

by stacia golerr

answenng questions

^ we// regulated militia, being necessary to the secu-
rity of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear
arms, shall not be infringed.

The Second Amendment of the United States
Constitution has sparked much controversy and attention
throughout our country's history. Many groups have been
created to discuss and debate the significance of this
amendment. Ohio University is no exception; it, too, has
a student-run Second Amendment Club.

Established to inform students of the legalities and
politics surrounding the 'right to bear arms,' the group has
weekly meetings. During these meetings, club members
discuss gun and firearm safety, answer questions and
host speakers. Some notable speakers included conser-
vatives Bay Buchanan and Dr. David Yeagley, as well as
philosophical thinker Ken Wilber, who all spoke of the
importance of the Second Amendment.

"The club is for the members," remarks President
John Ball. "We gather together to answer questions, offer
information and have activities that they request."

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ei love for literature

Students who share a love for literature and English
are bound together by Sigma Tau Delta, an organization
which aims "to confer distinction upon English majors and
minors who achieve high standards of excellence in their
college careers; the main purpose is to recognize academ-
ic excellence," explained Caroline Manley, president of the
organization.

The international English honor society was estab-
lished at OU in 1995. There are approximately 50 members,
and it is expanding rapidly.

The first annual Sigma Tau Delta student and English
faculty dinner was held January 27 in the Baker Ballroom.
Throughout dinner, members and faculty interacted and
learned a great deal about one another.The main purpose
of the dinner was to thank the professors for the wonderful
job they did each day.

Fall quarter was also a busy time for SigmaTau Delta.
Interviews for scholarships were in progress. "We have
four people representing the Alpha Theta Phi chapter of
STD for such awards; Junior scholarship (Kelly Yambor),
Senior Scholarship (Shawne O'Connell), Study abroad
scholarship (Sean Riley), and the Henry Regnery Endowed
Scholarship (Sara Dobie)," Caroline Manley revealed.

In March, members from the organization attended the
annual Sigma Tau Delta International Convention in
Cincinnati. Advisor, Dr. Loreen Giese, submitted a panel
proposal and it was accepted. Manley, along with mem-
bers Sean Riley and Jennifer Combes presented the panel
at the convention on the topic "Ourselves Reflected."

Membership chair for the club, Jennifer Houtz, said,
"This is the first year that our organization has had a sig-
nificant number of students involved, and we are hoping to
be able to utilize that next year." As membership chair
Houtz publicizes Sigma Tau Delta's Fraternity during rush
week each quarter. Houtz continued, "Caroline had no idea
that our membership would grow so large, and conse-
quently we have been trying to plan for a club that has
never really been this big before. It is a lot of fun, and not
every university has this organization."

reaching out

by stacia goler

With over 100 members, OU's Society of
Professional Journalists has bragging rights for being one
of the largest chapters in the prestigious nationwide jour-
nalism organization. Consisting of journalism majors,
with the majority being magazine and news writing
sequences, this club's main focus is to educate people on
journalistic endeavors through service projects.

To fulfill local and national requirements, students
completed community service each quarter, while at the
same time informing the public on journalism's role in the
world today.

"We usually host prominent journalists at meetings
or get together with other clubs in the College of
Communication to participate in blood drives or environ-
mental clean-ups," said President DustinTorres. "We also
handed out pamphlets on journalism ethics along with
some hot chocolate to help students warm up during
February."

The First Amendment Project and Project Watchdog
were two big events this year. Project Watchdog featured
speakers and forums on journalism's watchdog role to
society, while the First Amendment Project was a free con-
cert at Baker emphasizing the right to free speech and free
press.

SPJ's biggest activity this year was the High School
Journalism Conference held on April 27 at Scripps Hall.
This first-time-ever, one-day seminar allowed high school
students who worked on their school newspapers or year-
books to get informed about life as a real journalist.

"We decided to do this conference to bring kids
here, to one of the best journalism schools in the nation,
to showcase what journalism is all about. Plus, it's a great
recruiting tool," commented Torres. "Our main goal was
to get people from different sized publications to interact
so that maybe someone on a staff of five can bring new
ideas to someone on a staff of 100 and influence them. It
was a really exciting program for SPJ."

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planning events

University Program Council (UPC) is a group of stu-
dents who plan and publicize events on Ohio University's
campus, Katherine Hinman, current president of UPC, said.
UPC sponsors three types of events: concerts, cultural arts
events and special events.

UPC sponsors at least one major act, a nationally rec-
ognized artist, each school year. Past acts have been Ben
Harper, Ani DiFranco and George Clinton with Parliament
Funkadelic.This year's big concert was the Counting Crows.
UPC also sponsors local or regional acts during the school
year.

Cultural arts programs can include a variety of events.
Past programs include a Holocaust survivor and a former
NeoNazi, a student art exhibit and on the first anniversary
of 9/11, UPC provided art supplies to students on campus to
express themselves on a quilt that was part of a memorial
ceremony, Hinman said.

Not all special events sponsored by UPC are concerts
or culture related. "UPC plans at least one major event for
every special weekend, like Moms Weekend, Parents
Weekend and Homecoming," Hinman said. Past events
include speaker Maya Angelou, comedian Margaret Cho
and the Homecoming parade. The council also sponsors
and cosponsors several speakers and small activities to
entertain students throughout the school year.

Ideas on who should come to OU can come from any-
where, but "committee heads usually look to their commit-
tee members for ideas," Hinman said. UPC tries to grab
people before they get big and end up being too expensive.
"Often there's someone we really want, but we can't afford
them on our budget," Hinman said.

The next time you go to a UPC sponsored event, find
a member and thank him or her for the hard work and effort
necessary to make OU a more interesting place to live and
learn.

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praise and worship

Campus Crusade for Christ, an inter-denominational
Christian organization, can be found on college campuses
throughout the country; OU is no exception. With weekly
meetings called "180," Bible studies, retreats and regional
conferences, Campus Crusade offers its members many
opportunities to get involved.

"Our meetings consist of some time doing praise
and worship with the praise band, skits, personal stories
and a talk by either a student, a staff person, alumni or
special guest," explained senior member Michele
Wingfield. About 350 students regularly attend 180,
Wingfield said.

180 takes place everyThursday night in Morton Hall.
Although the organization is mostly run by students, the
group at OU also has six staff members. These staff mem-
bers help to coordinate events such as Fall Retreat and
Spring Fling (another retreat). The mission trips members
took to New York City and Chicago over spring break were
also a result of this hard work. Other groups took spring
break trips to Panama City, Fla., and to France.

Organized Bible studies also reach out to a large
number of students. "We have several small Bible studies
that meet throughout the week, and we have over 430
students across the campus involved with them,"
Wingfield stated.

Campus Crusade also offers many opportunities out-
side of Athens. An annual Christmas Conference takes
place every year in Indianapolis, and members can
choose to be a part of a summer experience called
Summer Project. Groups go to cities such as San Diego
and Seattle as well as to other countries, like Ecuador.

Wingfield said she joined Campus Crusade as a
freshman because she "wanted to make friends." It has
benefited her in other ways as well. "Most importantly, I
have learned what it is I believe, why I believe it and how
to defend it," she said.

Third-year student Lindsey Elling has personal rea-
sons for being a part of Campus Crusade as well.
"Crusade is a wonderful experience for me with lots of
fun, fellowship and most importantly, growth in my spiri-
tual life and with God," Lindsey said.

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Say yes to children

Ohio University's chapter of the United Nations
Children's Fund, also known as UNICEF, is a relatively new
organization to the university. Led by Beatrice Kumi, who
has been president for the past two years, OU's UNICEF
program was founded during the fall of 2001 by interna-
tional graduate students. It is part of the UNICEF Campus
Initiative that currently has only 20 member-campuses
nationwide. Kumi explained that the goal of OU UNICEF "is
to create awareness about the plight of children around the
world through advocacy, education and fundraising."

Although this was only the second year that OU
UNICEF has been on campus, it was very active on campus.
It was involved with Say Yes to Children, the Coca-Cola
UNICEF campaign, and a program to come up with ten
rights of all children. This was for a conference held at the
United Nations where children from around the world
attended to talk with leaders. In the first year of the exis-
tence of the OU chapter, Kumi also went to Trimble Middle
School and talked with students to make them aware of
UNICEF and its purpose. During the school year, the most
well-known event was theTrick-or- Treat. In the first year the
proceeds went to support education in Afghanistan, and
this past fall it went to help rid the world of polio.

However, the largest obstacle faced by OU UNICEF
was getting participation from graduate and undergraduate
students from the United States. Currently, the organiza-
tion is made up of mostly international students. Those
students are often only here for a year or two at a time, so
"it is especially hard to be involved in the Athens commu-
nity and to continue the program," said Kumi.

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hand-on expenence

Serving members by enhancing their knowledge of public rela-
tions and providing access to professional development opportunities is
all done through PRSSA, the Public Relations Student Society of
America. "This is a professional student organization that helps develop
highly qualified and well-prepared professionals in the public relations
field," explains Victoria Bordwell, Secretary, Historian and Webmaster
for PRSSA. She has occupied these positions since spring quarter 2002,
and finds them to be quite fulfilling.

PRSSA was founded 20 years after the establishment of PRSA,
(Public Relations Society of America). OU's chapter of PRSSA has
around 60 dues-paying members, and it is still expanding. A dues-pay-
ing member has the ability to run for Executive Board, reduce registra-
tion costs at the PRSSA National Conference, and harbors the ability to
become OU's national delegation at the PRSSA National Assembly.

Understanding current theories and procedures of a profession in
public relations, appreciating the highest ethical ideals and principles,
and having a sound awareness of an appropriate professional attitude
are some of the goals the society strives for.

"What I like best about PRSSA is that it gives students an oppor-
tunity to gain hands-on experience before going out into the working
world and getting a job," Bordwell said. "It has given me so much expe-
rience and helped to shape my career goals and my personal values. As
a public relations major in Scripps, you can't take the first PR class,
Introduction to Public Relations, until you're a sophomore. And the first
class that actually gives you a more substantial understanding of the
trade is when you reach status of a senior. So, PRSSA gives you a
chance to find out if PR is what you want to do before you invest three
years," she continued.

An important activity that PRSSA started is Professional, the
external quarterly newsletter. It is edited by Sarah Bearce and Molly
Sustar, and it is managed by PRSSA's National Liaison, Sarah Spence.
PRSSA has been improving dramatically within the last few years.
Impressions, a student-run firm, has expanded with the times, and the
number of clients and members involved increases as each year passes.
Impressions gives students the opportunity to plan and initiate public
relations programs within the university, the community and national
organizations.

The firm is headed by Shannon Stucky, CEO, and account super-
visors Leslie Jimenez, Jamie Heberling and Sarah Bearce. Members in
PRSSA are entitled to a number of scholarships. The Robert Baker
Scholarship, is worth more than $1,000, the 2003 Professor Sidney
Gross Memorial Award is worth $1,000. There are also many others.

"PRSSA is a wonderful experience and I encourage everyone who
is interested to get involved. While most of our members are PR majors,
students from all majors are welcome," says Bordwell.

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selfless work

Like many other schools throughout the country, Ohio
University has a chapter of Alpha Phi Omega, a co-ed
national service fraternity. This group of dedicated intellec-
tuals serves the community in many different ways and has
become an significant part of the university community.

Alpha Phi Omega was founded in 1925 "on the princi-
ples of the Boy Scouts of America. Today, the fraternity can
be found on hundreds of college campuses, with every
member proud to continue in Leadership, Friendship, and
Service." The Delta Gamma chapter is OU's representative
of the Alpha Phi Omega organization and is one of the
biggest fraternities on the entire campus. There are over
100 members, and the group expands each year. Yearly, the
Alpha Phi Omega members spend their time raising money
and volunteering for various activities.

Alpha Phi Omega positively contributes to and enrich-
es the Athens community by selflessly initiating and volun-
teering in these numerous programs. In the process of
helping others, the members are rewarded; each member
preserves the warm memories of helping others and treas-
ures the lasting bonds that will continue throughout his or
her life.

Alpha Phi Omega is dedicated to the world as well as
to brotherhood. This commitment will continue as times
change and new members join OU's Delta Gamma chapter
to carry on the tradition of this positive and important
organization.

promoting art

by Jennifer bishop

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The Undergraduate Art League is an organization
that anyone on campus is welcome to join. This commit-
tee-oriented group, led by Rebecca Whittington, works to
give students the opportunity to show their work to audi-
ences, including professional artists who visit the student-
run galleries. On campus the group helps to manage Cube
4 which is located at Siegfried Hall and "is the only under-
graduate-run and showcased art gallery in the country,"
Whittington stated proudly.

Cube 4 runs on a rotating schedule, allowing many
students to display their work. Students do not have to be
art majors to have their work displayed in the gallery;
however, it quickly books up during the year and by
February had already been booked for the rest of the
2002-2003 school term.

Along with maintaining Cube 4 the Undergraduate
Art League brought guest artists and lecturers like Pamela
Frasier, a New York painter, to the university. Whittington
and the other organization members also organize events
to help raise money. The profits from these programs
often go to the College of Fine Arts to help improve it and
to work on other events. With the help of many volun-
teers, the Undergraduate Art League has been able to do
a number of benefit shows at the Union, where bands
played to help raise funds.

However, large fundraisers and benefits are not the
only activities that the Art League develops. After many of
its meetings, the group hosts video art and movie
marathons. Most importantly, Whittington explained, "the
goal of the Undergrad Art League is to promote student
art for the fun of it."

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helping others

Kappa Phi is a women's Christian service organization
that is committed to worshiping God and helping others,
Rebecca Weiler, the 2002-2003 president of Kappa Phi, said.
The group helps women realize their potential, have a
strong relationship with God, others around them and their
selves and be actively involved in making their community
a better place.

Kappa Phi brings together women from a variety of
majors, from Japanese to pre-med to social work to educa-
tion, to make Ohio University and the surrounding com-
munity a more caring place to live.

Kappa Phi sponsors the free Midnight Breakfast from
midnight to two a.m. the second Friday of each month. The
group also has a Relay-for-Life team, Weiler said. Kappa Phi
visits the Hocking Valley Community Residential Center to
play basketball and volleyball with the young men who
reside there, and they also hold dances there for the boys
to enjoy.

Kappa Phi's treasurer for 2002-2003 is Jennifer
Poeppelman, and the Kappa Phi advisor is Heidi Tracy.

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sharing interests

The International Business Society's mission is to main-
tain a society where students can meet and share their
international interests and further educate themselves
about international business issues, practices and cul-
tures. The organization strives to increase awareness of
different cultures by participating in international events,
hosting speakers to talk about their personal and profes-
sional international experiences, and discuss current
world news events.

Spring quarter, IBS participated in the International
Street Fair, where they made strawberry daiquiris to raise
funds for their organization. IBS also took part in a trip to
Pittsburgh, where they visited area companies and
received valuable networking opportunities. Future plans
for IBS include a trip overseas during winter break of
2004.

Junior Human Resource Management and International
Business major Anne Callas is president of the
International Business Society. Callas has been involved
with the group since fall quarter of her freshman year.
Callas express the importance of international experience
in the interviewing process, "I think when employees are
reviewing candidates, a person that shows international
experience is looked highly upon. IBS strives to open stu-
dents' eyes past Ohio University and view the whole
world. This is how IBS helps students with their future
careers."

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furthering ethics

Headed by current president Becky Sell, the National
Press Photographers Association is a student organization
whose goal is to "share photo journalism," said former
president Denise Mangen. It is an organization linked to
Ohio University's School of Communication that works a
great deal with the School of Visual Communication.

Although the National Press Photographers
Association has been in existence for the past several
years, it was only recently made into a formal club at Ohio
University during the last school year. It is a branch of the
national organization, explained Mangen, which wants to
further photojournalism and ethics and achieves this
through conventions. The organization also stays very
involved with the college by placing a representative as a
member of the Communications Council.

During the year the group brings in many guest
speakers who are professionals from different publications.
These professionals come to visit and to share information
about their experiences and interest in photojournalism
with the students. Past lecturers who have visited the uni-
versity are David Allen Harvey of National Geographic, Bob
Lerner from Look Magazine and representatives from the
Dayton Daily News, as well as local newspapers and other
publications. Members of the group also gave presenta-
tions.

However, the biggest event of the year for the
National Press Photographers Association is Viscom Day.
This takes place every year in the spring as part of College
of Communications Week. During the day professional
speakers give presentations along with information provid-
ed by group members working to help organize the event.

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The Student Alumni Board (SAB) was established
in 1978 to connect current Ohio University students with
OU alumni. Kara McDonald, SAB Communications
Chair, said, "We work to bring all members of the Ohio
University community together, whether they are alum-
ni, current students or faculty/staff." The SAB mission
statement is, "The Student Alumni Board establishes and
strengthens a connection between current students and
the Alumni Association by creating programs and activi-
ties that open doors to students and connect alumni to
campus."

The Student Alumni Board only has space for 65
members, but each member brings variety to the group,
McDonald said. Members attend two or three meetings
a week and spend many hours organizing events and
programs. SAB is comprised of many committees
designed to help organize a variety of aspects of SAB.
There is an executive committee as well as committees
for internal activities, alumni relations, fundraising, phi-
lanthropy and university events, McDonald said.

SAB sponsors many events and programs to help
connect the entire Ohio University community. During
fall quarter, the Student Alumni Board sponsors annual
events such as their membership drive, the "Yell Like
Hell" Homecoming pep rally and the SAB hayride.
During winter intersession they sponsor an externship
program, and during winter quarter they sponsor the
benefit talent show and Sibs' Weekend buses, which
bring siblings to OU from all corners of the state. SAB is
busy throughout spring quarter sponsoring events such
as the SAB formal, the annual car wash, a senior picnic,
"Take a Slice of OU with You" and the Faculty Excellence
Award. SAB also produces an OU daily planner complete
with a campus and city directory. The 2003 SAB presi-
dent was BrandisThornton, and the SAB advisor was
Jennifer Heisey.

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Secretary; and David Kocan, Information Officer.

The purpose of CSM is to promote exploration of
the Communications Systems Management major and to
give students the resources to participate in this type of
exploration outside of class. "We provide a social and pro-
fessional atmosphere, which enables the members to listen
to speakers, present on up-and-coming technology, partici-
pate in tours and learn more about the field and major,"
said Mears.

Organization members worked on a service project
with the Foothills School of American Arts and Crafts. The
group volunteered to install their data and voice network.
Students set up the Foothills School's phones and comput-
ers to allow for internet access. This project "has been a
great experience for the members of the organization as
well as for me. We have gotten a great deal of hands-on
experience setting up and configuring the network that we
would not have gotten in the classroom or labs, because it
was real-world practice," Mears said.

The group also invited guest speakers to meet with
students and took tours of local telecommunications busi-
nesses.

The organization allows members to get ahead of
the game when it comes time to graduate, Mears said. "It
will give them a glimpse at the industry and hopefully help
them get a job due to the great number of CSM alumni out
in the industry already,"

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developing pros

by Jessica mo'i

The American Marketing Association has the reputation for
being the world's largest professional society for marketers. OU's
nationally recognized chapter aids its members in building upon
what they learn in the classroom. AMA assists with managing
career goals, providing networking opportunities, enhancing lead-
ership skills and informing members of current marketing and busi-
ness trends. They also participate in community service projects
around campus.

Senior marketing major Sherry Butterworth has been
involved with AMA since the fall quarter of her sophomore year.
She currently holds the title of president and stresses the impor-
tance of the organization. "This organization provides ample pro-
fessional development opportunities," she said.

In March, the AMA is traveled to New Orleans where they par-
ticipated in an annual marketing conference. At the conference,
they met other AMA chapters to participate in activities such as
leadership sessions and sessions led by marketing practitioners.
They also had the opportunity to participate in a "career corner"
where speakers and companies conducted resume reviews, mock
interviews and networking sessions.

Sophomore Adrienne Volin joined AMA winter quarter and is one
of its newest members. "I am really excited that I joined AMA. I feel
that this experience will aid me in my future career by providing me
with necessary skills and great networking opportunities."

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ocused on future

At the first meeting of the AWC, 10 executive board members stood facing a
crowd of prospective members, excited to begin the meeting. Those potential
members, with their various hair colors, skin tones, heights and weights, filled vir-
tually every seat in Scripps Auditorium 111; however, they all had one thing in com-
mon — they were all females.

AWC, or the Association for Women in Communication, meets every other
Tuesday. They schedule main events and speakers in order to benefit those
involved in the organization.

"We try to cover as many things as possible and prepare people for careers in
any major," fourth-year student and AWC President Sharon Metzung said. "We
promote and champion the advance of women in all fields and try to help in any
way we can," she continued.

In the fall of this year, AWC hosted a DARS Fest for its members. During this
event, members of the executive board explained exactly what the DARS report is
and how to read it. Then, all who were present of the group's 90-active members
broke into splinter groups based on their majors and received more one-on-one
guidance from executive board members who shared the same major.

First-year student Jenny Bonnar first heard about AWC through a mailing. She
said, "The girls are all really supportive, and I learn a lot through the presenta-
tions."

Other events the AWC has sponsored include resume, stress relief and intern-
ship workshops. On the evening of the resume workshop, members first listened
to various speakers discuss positive ways to make resumes stand out and then had
the opportunity to have professional women critique their resumes.

Annually, the AWC also looks forward to the Etiquette Tea held at President
Glidden's home, which is hosted by Mrs. Glidden. All members who have paid
their $35 dues for the year may participate in the event. They dress formally and
meet in the Glidden home where they learn from Mrs. Glidden the do's and don'ts
of business and communication etiquette.

One of the things that makes OU's AWC chapter stand apart from the multitude
of other chapters across the country is that, in 2001, the committee that reviews
and considers all the AWC chapters' reports recognized OU's as the best National
Chapter and awarded their newsletter, "Endeavors," outstanding newsletter. A
plaque and Dean's List citations symbolize all of the hard work and effort that the
members of this organization, especially the executive committee, have put into
their work within AWC.

"We're lucky to have people on board who are very willing to help. We've had
less support in the past," Metzung said. The AWC values its members' dedication,
which is evident in the efforts of Secretary Randi Comstock, Treasurer Lisa Bodrock,
Director of Public Relations Lori Joseph and the organization's active members.

First-year student Lauren Kuzyk decided to join AWC last fall. "Since I'm a fresh-
man," she said, "I thought this would be a good introduction, a good way to make
friends who are interested in the same stuff. She also noted that, "The meetings
are informative and fun."

All of our units are
set up so our stu-
dents have the
chance to do things
above and beyond
class work.

- Linda Lockhart,
on the College of
Health and Human
Services

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academics

arts and sciences

148

business

152

communication

154

education

156

fine arts

158

health and human

services

160

honors tutorial

162

engineering and tech

nology

164

university college

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Arts and Sciences

the heart of the university

Students within the College of Arts and Sciences find its existence to be inviting and use-
ful for those who seek professions in all types of sciences and arts.

"Arts and Sciences is the oldest college at the university and its heart and soul. The dis-
ciplines of the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences have been the essence of a lib-
eral education since the 5th century B.C.," Professor Samuel Crowl said. Crowl teaches in the
600-student strong English Department. He called the Spring Literary Festival held every May
the high point of year for the department.

"I've been teaching here for 33 years and find the university an interesting combination
of the small liberal arts college where the development of the individual student is paramount
and the large research university where the production and dissemination of knowledge is pri-
mary," said Crowl.

The College of Arts and Sciences has 19 departments offering students a choice of 26
majors, 27 minors, five certificate programs, and 57 career-related programs. This gives stu-
dents a variety of subjects in which to explore and practice critical thinking. The college
enhances the critical thinking abilities of its students and provides them with proper knowl-
edge and skills to utilize an excelled education.

The college offers 20 programs that lead to master's degrees and eight that lead to doc-
torates. To fill the desire and passion of students to learn not only in the United States but
around the world as well, the college provides 38 study abroad programs in 28 countries.

Dr. Signe Denbow, a French professor, said she feels strongly and positively in regards
to the study abroad program. OU students travel to places such as France, Spain, Mexico and
many others across the world, making the foreign language experience even better. Dr.
Denbow explained that she enjoys working with the foreign language department due to the
friendly faculty and the interactive teaching style. She learns a bit about her students when
teaching French because the classes are smaller and much more intimate. "The arts and sci-
ences college is the core of the University," she added.

Ian Joseph Chaves is a pre-med major with a minor in chemistry. He chose this partic-
ular area of study mainly based on his interest in science and medicine. "It is a dynamic career
with many different opportunities," Chaves said. "The field itself is always changing and pro-
ducing challenges."

While enrolled with Ohio University, Chaves has taken a number of intriguing and chal-
lenging courses including biology, inorganic and organic chemistry, biochemistry, physiology,
physics, calculus, Spanish and medical terminology. The studying has been rigorous for
Chaves, but the eventual rewards are worth the time and effort. "I'm not doing it for the
money. I'm doing it for the loads of money!" he joked.

Chaves decided to major in pre-med during his mid-high school years. While in college,
pursuing this major has not been a problem. He quickly employed his time in the American
Medical Student Association, which has helped immensely by providing him with learning
experiences involving his interest in medicine.

Many students outside of the college find themselves taking courses withing it to com-
plete general education requirements. Some schools, such as the Scripps School of
Journalism, require their students to take a minimum number of credit hours with in the
College of Arts and Sciences in order to develop a well-rounded student.

The College of Arts and Sciences gives students a chance to learn more about them-
selves and what they are capable of doing. With a sound education, students increase their
chances of leading a successful professional life after they leave OU.

Academics I Arts and Sciences

Above: Senior political sci-
ence majors Adam Bentz
and Larry Hayman talk
during the school's DARS
fest.

Left: Author Ki-Ki Delancey
was brought to OU by the
English department's

office of special programs
to speak on her work
depicting Ohio.

Photos by

Andrea Kjerrumgaard

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rts and Sciences

Above: Senior Brian Bender measures out a solution while junior Ryan Pratt takes tally in their chemical science lab.

Academics Arts and Sciences

Left: Senior political sci-
ence major Diana
DeCola helps junior
Kristian Kirkpatrick read
her DARS report.

Below: Professor Justin
Stevens shows his stu-
dents a demonstration
of a zinc and sulfer
chemical reaction during
a lab.

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by Jessica moss

ring for the future

Walk through Copeland Hall and you will see them. Look close enough, and you will stare into th
eyes of the future giants of industry. These are the future marketing executives, CEOs, directors of huma'
resources, vice presidents of major corporations, investors and accountants. These are the College c
Business Students.

With an undergraduate program of close to 1,900 students and a graduate program of 120 students
the College of Business is able to provide its students with a competitive atmosphere, preparing these sti
dents for professional jobs in high demand.

On February 4, the College of Business hosted its fourth annual career and internship fair. Seventee
companies came to meet and interview OU's College of Business students for various internship programs
Over 300 students participated, meeting with representatives from top companies such as Bank One, J.C
Penney, Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, Nationwide Insurance and Phillip Morris.

The event was held in Baker Center and students were able to go to the different company table
where representatives were waiting. Students were able to establish networks and rapport. Angi
Anderson, the Assistant Dean for Career Resources, felt the fair was a success. "Networking is very impoi
tant for our students' internship experience and their future careers." Many students were interviewed o
the spot, and others set up interview appointments for the days to follow. Anderson said, "I think that th
event continues to be a valuable component of the professional development process."

The College of Business students are encouraged to take part in numerous business clubs and orgar
izations around campus. Terra Amicone, a sophomore Human Resource Management and Finance majo
takes part in Delta Sigma Pi (the professional business fraternity) and the Society for Human Resourc
Management. "I learned about Delta
Sigma Pi through my Business
Administration 100 class my freshman
year... The class had various speakers
that informed freshman about different
business organizations on campus and
how to become involved with them. My
advisor suggested the Society of Human
Resource Management."

Dr. John Day enjoys his job as
Chair of the Management Information
Systems Department and Associate Dean
of Academic Affairs for the College of
Business. "The most rewarding part of
my job is getting to work with students as
they prepare themselves for meaningful
careers. It is always nice to have them
return and tell us all the wonderful things
they accomplished after graduation." Dr.
Day believes that OU's business program
is unique. "Ohio University's Business
School prides itself on its commitment to
active learning and student engagement.
By limiting the size of our program, we
are able to work closely with students
both inside and outside the classroom to
provide them with the types of skills that
employers are seeking in a business
graduate."

Academics l Business

p: MBA Graduate student Shaun Holloway focuses on getting some work done at Copeland Hall. Photo by Katie Labbe

Bottom Left:

Management and Strat-
egic Leadership senior
Brendan Meyer helps
answer questions about
Management Infor-

mation Systems at the
College of Business fair.
Photo by Katie Labbe

Bottom Right:
Students work on a
group assignment in
Copeland Auditorium.

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Communication

sharing a passion

You see their faces on the television, hear their voices on the radio and read their words in the news-
paper. They are the College of Communication students, each enrolled in one of the schools spread through-
out the College's ten buildings across campus: the School of Interpersonal Communication, the School of
Telecommunications,The School of Visual Communication, the J.Warren McClure School of Communication
Systems Management or the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism.

With an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 2,500 students, the College of Communication
coordinates numerous events throughout the year to encourage its students to participate in the various
organizations on campus and introduce them to people already succeeding in the communication industry.
The College hosted the Communication Career Connection fall quarter, which featured more than 20
local and national businesses and organizations. Prior to the event, the College held the Career Connection
Student Conference. Attendees participated in sessions regarding job searches, life after college, learning
techniques while on the job and other career-related topics.

The Communication Fair, the College's key event for this year, took place during the last week of April
into early May, and featured newscasterTed Koppel. Koppel, a 37-year veteran of ABC News, served as the
first anchor on ABC's Nightline in 1980 as well as the program's managing editor. Because he remains
friends with a professor that once taught at OU and spoke very highly of the school, Koppel agreed to speak
at the Fair. Faculty and staff within the College of Communication stress the importance of making connec-
tions with people within the world of communication, as well as with other students enrolled in the school,

for exactly that reason; one never knows when he or
she may be in need of a helping hand or be able to do
a favor for another.

In addition to events, the College offers many
award-winning organizations such as the Society of
Professional Journalists, Association for Women in
Communication, WOUB radio, Public Relations Student
Society of America, and others.

Most students, faculty and staff within the
College of Communication feel passionately about
everything in which they participate. The professors,
many of whom have worked professionally in the com-
munication field, truly enjoy their jobs; their love for
their work manifests itself in the reactions of their stu-
dents.

Of all the classes senior Lisa Marie Brodock has
been a part of, Media Ethics (Journ 412) with Dr.
Michael Bugeja, has had the strongest impact on her.
"Professor Bugeja is very interesting and insightful to
learn from. The course itself is designed to help the
individual student determine their values, morals, and
ethics for living, and that is very important,'" she stat-
ed.

Florence Riffe also loves her career with the
College of Communication. For the past four years,
people at OU have recognized her as Assistant Dean of
the College.

"If you like young people, as I do, you get to help
them and see the results immediately. It's fun and very
gratifying," Riffe said.

Academics I Communication

Opposite Page: A speaker at
the Communication career
Connection informs her audi-
ence about today's communi-
cation field.

Top: Elisha Page, a Visual
Communications major, edits
some of his photographs in the
Siegfried lab.

Bottom Right: A student sets
aside her headphones for a
moment to focus on her
assignment on the computer
screen.

Bottom Left: Finishing touches
are necessary to perfect these
portfolio samples.

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ducation . . .

passing on knowledge

Providing knowledge to a starving nation is a commodity of pride. Teachers and counselors have
played major roles in the lives of students for centuries. They provide helpful insight within the school sys-
tem and life in general. Without teachers providing knowledge and counselors helping guide with the direc-
tion of life, students would be at a great loss. Knowledge is something that is necessary to function prop-
erly in the world, and students must be supported in order to achieve it. Students pursue careers in the field
of education within colleges all across America. Making an impact as a teacher is quite a thrill.

"Ohio University's College of Education is designed to give students a broad base of general knowl-
edge, intensive preparation in the major area of study, and professional education that combines theory and
practice. This is all included in the undergraduate programs; graduate study and research focuses on bridg-
ing the gap between theory and practice and linking research with the everyday issues faced by students,
teachers, counselors, administrators and professionals in related fields," according to OU'sWeb site. The
College of Education was founded on May 11, 1886 under the leadership of John Gordy. In the beginning
the college was based around two courses of study: One prepared the secondary academy teacher, while
the other prepared the elementary teacher. The curriculum included courses such as the Science of
Education, the National Perspective on Education, Theory of Concentration, Education Reforms and
Philosophy of Mind.

Currently, the College of Education includes 2,490 undergraduate students and 212 graduate students.
Sixty-one full-time faculty members guide the students through their coursework. The college is organized
into three departments: counselor and higher education, educational studies and teacher education. The
departments are designed to train students that wish to pursue careers in teaching, counseling, public
school administration and higher education administration.

"The college hosts several special events each year, including the Institute for Democracy ini
Education (IDE) Conference in the fall, the Society of Alumni & Friends Conference in the spring, the
Jennings Professional Development Workshop in Science, the Dr. Samuel I. Hicks Executive-in-Residence
Program, the College of Education/Park National Corporation Education Lecture Series, the College of
Education Recognition Luncheon, and Commencement Ceremony Receptions," explains Joy Rodgers, Public
Affairs Coordinator for the College of Education.

Quite a few guest speakers have visited the OU campus
throughout the years. This year Dr. Marilyn Cochran-Smith and Dr.
Patricia Albjerg Graham achieved special recognition within the
College of Education. "Dr. Marilyn Cochran-Smith is director of the
doctoral program in Curriculum and Instruction at Boston College.
She was the keynote speaker at the fall Education Lecture Series.
Dr. Patricia Albjerg Graham is the Charles Warren Research
Professor of the History of the American Education at Harvard. She
was this year's recipient of the Samuel I. Hicks Executive-irn
Residence honor," Rodgers continued.

Scholarships are easy to attain if one is devoted. In this par
ticular college, financial support is offered to hard-working stu-j
dents. Last year, about 190 students received $190,000 in scholar-
ships. The George E. Hill Memorial Fund, Pikaart-Headapohl
Memorial Fund, John J. and Marguaerite Evans Scholarship and
Mary Moden Undergraduate Educations Scholarship are offeredl
There are a number of other scholarships, and, as always, dedicati
ed recipients appreciate and take pride in the recognition.

The College of Education is well organized and ready to proj
vide students with proper training to prepare themselves for th^
mission of educating America.

Academics I Educi

Photos by Ryan
Hodgson-Rigsbee

Opposite Page:
Ohio University
Junior in the college
of Education Jessica
Poland helps

Britney Barns with
her reading after
school at Chauncey
Elementary School.
Poland is part of a
Chauncey Literacy
Partnership, which
brings OU educa-
tion students to
Chauncey to do
after school tutor-
ing.

Top:

Dorothy Leal, a
Associate Professor
inTeacher Education
at Ohio University,
talks with Jodi
Cunningham a first
year Grad Student
in the College of
Education about the
weaknesses and
strengths of a test
given to the 5th
grade at Chauncey
Elementary, while
children and Ohio
student tutors pick
up snacks after
school.

Bottom: Ohio

Univerity Junior in
the College of
Education Julie

Luther reads the
book "Happy

Birthday Moon" to
Chauncey
Elementary 2nd
grader Michael

Sams. Luther is
able to do this
through the

Chauncey Literacy
Partnership run by
the Ohio College of
Education.

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tine Arts .. .

expanding horizon*

Orchestras, choirs, plays, dance pieces, paintings, sculptures, films and the comparative arts. Thes
are just a few of the specialties that can be found within the College of Fine Arts at OU. There are six diffe
ent schools in the college: Music, Dance, Art, Theatre, Interdisciplinary Arts and Film. However, only the fir<
four of these schools have undergraduate programs.

The School of Music has programs ranging from choral, orchestral, education, musical therapy, ani
composition and theory. During the year there are many performances, sometimes weekly or nightly. Thes
are performed by students, ensemble groups, faculty and even guests to the university. The school is als
home to a number of organizations including Sigma Alpha lota, Phi Mu Alpha, Tau Beta Sigma, Kappa Kapp
Psi, the MusicTherapy Club and MENC, a group for music educators.

Another department within the college is the School of Dance. The school teaches history and tecrj
nique while focusing on modern dance. The Movement is a student organization based in the school th
does fundraising to help pay for members to do dance programs during the summer. There are usually tw
formal concerts during the year and three to five informal ones given, sometimes just demonstrations or lei
tures at schools or other small performance areas.

Also included in the College of Fine Arts is the School of Art. This school works on three gallerie
across campus. Cube4 is an undergraduate gallery located in Siegfried Hall where any undergraduate sti
dent may display work. The Ohio University Gallery is also located at Siegfried Hall and is its main galler
Finally, there is the Trisolini Gallery, which hosts work done by Ohio University alumni and faculty. Th
Undergraduate Art League is one of the organizations that helps to promote student art and helps out wit

the galleries.

The School ofTheatre is a pre
gram that requires a lot of involvt
ment. Throughout the year, there arj
numerous shows with two or thre
student performances put on eacj
quarter.

The School of Film gives sti
dents the chance to obtain mastei
degrees in two different program
Master of Arts in International Fill
and Master of Fine Arts.

Finally, there is the School
Interdisciplinary Arts. This is also
doctorate program, run by six faculi
members. During the year, the facu
ty takes sometimes as many as 15 1
17 graduate students each to he
them achieve the two quarters
training needed before they teach
the spring. This department is diffe
ent from the rest, as professor Jor
Cook explained, because it is wort
to clash or to make clash the differei
forms of art.

No matter what the form, th
goal of each of these schools ai
their faculty is similar. They instrul
and involve, but most of all the
enjoy having "the opportunity
introduce the arts" to students.

Academics l Fine Arts

Opposite Page: A dancer performs
in one of the School of Dance's per-
formances. The school holds per-
formances throughout the year,
showcasing the choreography of the
seniors.

Top:lphigenia struggles against life
and death in the theater school's pro-
duction of this classic play.

Bottom Left: The school of theater
holds numerous lab shows through-
out the year, here student actor Greg
Wentz performs.

Bottom Right: Marrakesh Glasspool-
Frugia stars as Scapina and is pic-
tured with supporting actor Leandre
in the school of theater's production,
Scapina!

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Health and Humai

a unique communis

With nearly 2,700 students, the College of Health and Human Services ranks as the second largest cc
lege at OU.This college is divided into six schools, all relating somehow to healthcare and other human ser
ices and offers both undergraduate and graduate degrees. Schools within the College of Health and Hume
Services include the School of Health Sciences; the School of Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences; tr
School of Nursing; the School of Physical Therapy; and the School of Recreation and Sport Sciences.

Although each school within this college has its own unique characteristics and requirements, sti
dents find a common bond through the use of the college's facilities. Nearly all the classes HHS studen
must take are housed in Grover Center on West Green. With all the schools' offices and the college offic
located together along with classrooms, the College of Health and Human Services has managed to betti
organize and unify its diverse programs and students.

Dr. Lee Cibrowski, Associate Dean of the College of Health and Human Services, cites some of the cc
lege's best assets as Grover Center, up-to-date technology in every classroom and good advising. Othi
perks for students include the Atrium Cafe, located on the ground floor of Grover Center.The cafe gives st'
dents a comfortable setting to meet with friends after class, study or just relax. This cafe actually serves ;
a lab setting for students in the college's food service program.

Students in every school and program within the college are presented with opportunities for \e
experiences or internships in their particular field. Grover Center houses the Ohio University Therar.
Associates hearing, speech, language, and physical therapy clinic where students get hands-on experienc
while helping patients. WellWorks, Ohio University's employee-wellness program allows students to work
a recreational setting while helping Ohio University employees.

"All of our units are set up so our students have the chance to do things above and beyond cla:
work," explained Linda Lockhart, Communications and Operations Coordinator for the college.

The College of Health and Human Services also oversees all campus recreation and wellness. "\A

have a lot of physical spaces that we oversee," said C
Cibrowski. These include Ping Center, the Aquatic Center, Bii
Arena, the Child Development Center and Grover Center alor
with playing fields all across campus.

Although it is such a large college, the College of Heali
and Human Services strives to get students involved. Studen
are immersed in experience not only in more professional se
tings through internships but also through social opportunity
like the many student organizations associated with the colleg
One organization, the Student Advisory Council, provides sti
dents with events like an annual picnic and skating party 1
bring students and faculty together. Because the faculty a
very supportive of many student organizations, "The facul

>and students seem to really know each other," said C
^ Cibrowski. "There is a family sense within the college whe
^000^ students and faculty can form relationships outside of class."

^/^P The college takes pride in their unique sense of diversity with

its offered programs. "It's one of our strengths, but also 01
biggest challenge," said Lockhart. So many diverse progran
and students come together in the College of Health ar
Human Services, making it a unique community within OU.

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ilea Health and Human Services

Services

Photos by Andrea Kjerrumgaard

Left: Senior food service management and marketing major Kim Lyons makes lasagna dur-
ing her morning shift at the Atrium Cafe.

Left:

Maggie Noel
helps classmate
Angie Bibler on
a class project in
color theory.
Both are sopho-
mores studying
interior architec-
ture.

Left: Nancy
Wafula, a junior
food service
management
major from
Kenya, takes
inventory on
stock in the
freezer.

Opposite Page:
Jessica Millard, a
senior retail mer-
chandising
major, works on
making a gradu-
ated color pallet
during color the-
ory class.

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Honors Tutorial t .

one-on-one insfruction

Ohio University is the only institute of higher learning that has an honors college
that gives degrees and follows a conventional tutorial system. Along with a tutorial in their
selected major, an Honors Tutorial College student is exempt from Ohio University's gen-
eral education requirements, except for an English composition course. Some students
may also be required to complete a thesis project or a creative project before graduating.
Most students entered in the HTC have the opportunity of receiving a degree in less than
four years.

A student enrolled in the HTC has a choice of majoring in one of 26 different majors,
such as business, computer science, English, journalism, history, philosophy, mathematics,
political science, social work and more. HTC students are often a part of two academic com-
munities; they work within the Honors College, with tutorials and other college events,
while also becoming a part of the college their major resides within. They usually work
alongside both other HTC students and traditional students taking the same courses and
joining the same organizations.

The acceptance standards of the HTC are extremely rigorous and selective. The
model student accepted into the HTC would have a minimum SAT score of 1300 and/or a
minimum ACT score of 30, or 31 for some majors, and would be in the top 10 percent of
their graduating high school class. Applicants must also write an essay and undergo an
interview process that is not normally required for the traditional student.

Ohio University has had honors classes since 1945, but the actual Honors Tutorial
College was not established until 1964. The college did not adopt its unique tutorial format
until 1973 under the direction of Professor Ellery Golos.

Today the college is under the direction of Dr. Ann Fidler and enrolls approximately
250 students. The assistant Dean is Dr. Jan Hodson.

Academics I Honors Tutorial

Senior MollyTinker, an HTC journalism student, puts the knowledge she gained in her
journalism tutorials to work.

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by Jennifer Mnbert

g rrom rea

Id situations

The Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ
College of Engineering and Technology
houses most of the school's departments in
the C. Paul Stocker and Beth K. Stocker
Engineering and Technology Center on the
West Green. The college is divided into eight
departments: aviation, chemical engineer-
ing, civil engineering, electrical engineering
and computer science, industrial and manu-
facturing systems engineering, industrial
technology and mechanical engineering.

A chemical engineer uses chemistry,
physics, and engineering to transform mate-
rial in a certain form to a chemically or phys-
ically different form. Chemical engineering
majors have an array of future career oppor-
tunities, from genetic engineering to envi-
ronmental protection to teaching to researching.

A civil engineer develops innovative cost-saving techniques, materials, and technologies to further
advance manufacturing, construction, and transportation. A civil engineer must always be aware of how his
or her work could affect the environment.

Daniel McDonald is a fourth-year civil engineering major from Nelsonville, Ohio. "I liked many of the
elements that are used in civil engineering, like construction, math, and drafting," McDonald said on how he
chose his major.

McDonald's favorite engineering classes have been the ones that relate to structures or transportation,
and his favorite professors have been Joe Howard and Ben Stuart. He said they both formulated "real-world"
situations in the classroom.

McDonald held an internship position with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) last sum-
mer. He worked in Meigs County doing
inspection work for a highway construc-
tion project. "I did everything from testing
concrete to inspecting electrical hook-
ups," McDonald said.

When McDonald graduates he would
like to get a permanent job with ODOT. He
hopes to go into planning and design, but
he would also be content with construc-
tion engineering for a while.

Each department in Russ College
ensures the finest engineering education
with the latest educational tools and facil-
ities. The current dean of the college is
Dennis Irwin.

Above left: An engineering student smiles

for the camera.

Above right: An engineer's job is never

done.

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Academics I Engineering andTechnologv

Technology

Right: Engineering
students discuss
and apply engineer-
ing concepts.

Below: Hands-on
experience is just as
important to engi-
neering students as
the information

learned through text-
books.

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University College

instructing ana girraing

In 1935, the University
College was founded for the
instruction, direction, and guidance
of freshmen. Now the University
College offers several degrees and is
open to all undergraduates, not just
freshmen.

Undecided students in the
University College receive advising
from a faculty advisor and a
University College professional
advisor so they can get all the infor-
mation they need to choose a major
that is right for them.

The University College
offers several courses to assist unde-
cided students in selecting a major.
UC 110, Learning Strategies, is a
course offered to freshmen to help
them learn to manage their study
time effectively. Another course
offered is UC 115, The University Experience. This class is available to certain first-quarter students, such as undecided stu-
dents, transfer students, commuter students and students living in certain residence halls. The class helps students adjust to col-
lege life at Ohio University and allows them to explore majors that interest them.

The University College offers two baccalaureate degrees. A student can obtain a bachelor s degree in Criminal Justice
or Specialized Studies. The Criminal Justice degree helps prepare students for law school, but to be admitted to the Criminal
Justice program, a student must pos-
sess an associate s degree in a relat-
ed area. The degree in Specialized
Studies allows students to develop
their own curriculum in a concen-
trated area for their major.

The college is a member of
the Association of Deans and
Directors of University Colleges
and Undergraduate Studies, and
David Descutner currently serves as
the interim Dean of University
College.

Above: Freshman Michael Smith (right)
gets Physics help from Venkat Krovi, a grad-
uate student.

Right: Junior Mark Kasmer works on his
Accounting homework with help from Kelly
Baylog.

Photos by Katie Labbe

Academics I University College

Left: Freshmen Brandi
Baker (right), TJ
Shephard and Byron
Gibson study in the
Academic Advance-
ment Center.

Below: At a Biology
study table sopho-
more Jennifer Gentry
receives help from
Joi Bailey.

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My goal is to find a
job that I love and
that challenges me
every day.

- Sharon Metzung,
on life after Ohio
University

Seniors I Divider

seniors

seniors 170

Stephen Albright

Pre-Med Chemistry and Biology

Marching 110
AMSA

Dalai Al-Mubayei

Linguistics

Philosophy Minor

Interpersonal Communications Minor

Amy Back

Biological Sciences Pre-Veterinary

Women's Soccer
Mortar Board
Golden Key

Jill Battagline

Journalism

PRSSA

ACLU

Sigma Delta Pi

Bradley Bear

Telecommunications
Film Minor
EMUnderground
TCOM All-Stars

Jodie Beerman

Theater
Theater Arts

Andrea Bender

Athletic Training

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David Benseler

Finance

MIS Minor

Corporate Leadership Fellows

Phi Gamma Nu

Women's Basketball Team Scout

Robert Benson

Media Studies

Documentary Club

Alison Berry

Health Services Administration

Tracy Binegar

Art Education

Amy Black

Interior Decorating

ennifer Blahnik

'istory

HMA

loral Union

Ashley Boccia

Finance
Women's Lacrosse

Michelle Boch

Human Resources Management

SHRM

Lisa Bodrock

Journalism

Association of Women in Communications
OU Advertising Association
Alpha Lambda Delta

Adrienne Boyd

International Business/Marketing
Alpha Kappa Psi
Alpha Delta Pi
Beta Gamma Sigma

Kim Brakefield

Journalism

llison Brandon

arly Childhood Education

Rachel Brume
Philosophy

Eric Bucher
Journalism

CampusTour Guide
Judicial Hearing Board
Tau Beta Pi

Tiffany Bukoffsky

Art Education
Alpha Phi Omega
NAEA
OAEA

James Butler

Arts and Sciences

Matthew Cady

Electrical Engineering

Amanda Camisa

Organizational Communication

Emily Canode

Criminology

Psychology Minor
Criminology Club
Psychology Club
CAP Program

Carl Capota

Journalism
Golden Key
Research Assistant

Morgan Carnicom

Journalism

Sigma Kappa
Athens MidDay
InterACT Athens

Shannon Caro

Retail Merchandising

Kendra Cato

Journalism

Alpha Kappa Alpha
BSCPB

Allison Cayse

Journalism
Delta Pi Alpha
Mortar Board
ACLU

Heather Clark

Pre-Law

Air Force ROTC
Arnold Air Society

Jeffrey Chadwell

Marketing
Varsity Men's Golf

Ka Lai Chung

Economics

Athens Chinese Bible Study

Jeanea Cochran

Sociology

Organization for African Unity
Mercedes Modeling Troupe

Vincent Coleman

Visual Communications]

. nanda Collins
alth Services Administration

Alicia Colvard

Industrial Technology
Alpha Kappa Alpha
NSBE

Willie Conley Jr.

Microbiology

Singing Men of Ohio
Microbiology Student Organization
SCAC

Jason Corcoran

Psychology

Angela Corrill

Recreation and Sport Sciences

Cynthia Coss

Finance

Financial Management Society

t drew Crawford
f 'chology

Amanda Cunningham

Marketing
Senior Class Council
SCAC
Student Senate

Matthew Dailey

Aviation

FlightTeam

Sherika Dailey

Sociology

Heather Davis

Psychology

Psi Chi

Sianez Davis

Spanish Education

Adrianne DelCotto

English
Sigma Tau Delta

Carelme Volunteer

Joel Delgado

Industrial Technology

Business Administration Minor

Society of Manufacturing Engineers

Society of Plastic Engineers

Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers

Marisa Del Pilar

Visual Communications

Nathan Dempsey

English

Reach Out on Campus

Amber Dennis

Management Information Systems,
Marketing

American Marketing Association

Phi Gamma Nu

AITA

Angela DiMarina

Marketing, Management
Information Systems

Corporate Leadership Fellows
AITA

Janel Dolan

Political Science

Patrick Donaghue

Chemical Engineering
Alpha Chi Sigma
Marching 110

Jennifer Downey

Retail Merchandising

Business Administration Minor

Tim Dubravatz

Telecommunications
Alpha Phi Omega
Intramural Sports
Athens Video Works

Kathryn Dumon

Management Information Systems,
Marketing

Phi Gamma Nu

American Marketing Association

AITP

Michelle Dyke

Journalism

maid Eason
•iustrial Technology

Amy Ehler

Education

CARE Program
Kappa Delta Pi
Omicron Delta Kappa

Kathleen Ellis

English

Reach Out on Campus

Ik: a

Michelle Emerine

Far// Childhood Education
Kappa Delta Pi
Chauncey Partnership

Christa Engard

Accounting
Beta Alpha Psi

Carolyn Ervin

Organizational
Communications
Golden Key
IAAP

I cole Evranian

i ;d/a Studies

iasc

I ens Video Works

I npusTour Guide

I I

Jason Farmer

Sports Industry

Angela Faust

Human Resource Management

Phi Gamma Nu

SHRM

Beta Gamma Sigma

Adrienne Fehr

PreMed

AMSA

Women's Ultimate Frisbee

Matthew Fenlon

History

Michelle Ferrari

Human Resource
Management

SHRM

Kristin Finamore

Dietetics

Jennifer Fisher

Education

Kathleen Fitzgerald

Journalism

Lindsay France

Geology

Geology Club
NAACP

Katherine Fulton

Journalism

Amy Gabler

Organizational
Communications

Jonathon Gagai

Psychology

Catherine Gallagher

Theater

Susie Gallick

Journalism

PRSSA

Society of Professional Journalists

Allison Gamble

Psychology

Intramural Softball

The Gathering Place Volunteer

Heather Garrett

Aviation
FlightTeam

Thomas Gentile

Finance, MIS

Club Baseball
Resident Assistant
Golden Key

Angela Gist

Journalism
BSCC

Gospel Voices of Faith
Golden Key

Jeffrey Goggins

Finance

Financial Management Society

Michelle Gonsiska

Visual Communications

Stephanie Gotschall

Sport Industry

Jacqueline Gourlay

Retail Merchandising
Alpha Phi Omega
Fashion Associates
Intramural Sports

Nicholas Graham

Communications

Stephanie Graham

Journalism

Charles Greenberg

Biological Sciences

Alpha Epsilon Pi
Club Lacrosse
Hillel

Jennifer Greufe

Journalism

OU Advertising Association

Sailing Team

Alpha Delta Pi

Julie Gribar

Journalism

Sigma Kappa

Women's Panhellenic Executive Board

Jennifer Hackenberg
Management Information Systems

Sarah Hamann

Aviation
FlightTeam
Women in Aviation
Alpha Eta Rho

Shanah Hammock

Political Science

Alpha Phi Sigma
Pi Sigma Alpha
ACLU

Stephani Hamm

Community Health Services

POWER

Student Alumni Board

Eta Sigma Gamma

Jessica Hanna

Management Information Systems

Tiffany Hard wick

Journalism

Residence Life

Melinda Harris

Economics

Multicutural Programs
College of Business LEAD

Matthew Harvaitt

Finance

Alpha Lambda Delta

Golden Key

Beta Gamma Sigma

Amanda Hayslip

Human Resource Management

Molly Heglund

Business

Natalie Hideg

Journalism
Navigators
Women's Crew

Nadia Hile

Journalism

OU Advertising Association
Sigma Kappa
Golden Key

Elizabeth Hill

Early Childhood Education
Alpha Omicon Pi
Kappa Delta Pi

Meagan Hill

Chemical Engineering

Tau Beta Pi
AlChE

ravis Hill

ega/ Communication

Michelle Hirsh

Marketing
Phi Gamma Nu

Michael Hoffman

Specialized Studies

OU Mountain BikeTeam

Stephanie Holzapfel

Health and Human Services

Owen Hood

Communication Systems Management

lelissa Hough

ournalism

U Advertising Association

Sara Hradek

Health Care Administration

FHCA

Ski Club

Alden Library Student Assistant

Amy Hudson

Education

Phi Mu

Order of Omega

Sigma Tau Delta

Catherine Hughes

Arts and Sciences
Model United Nations

N. Austin Hughes

Early Childhood Education

Lauren Houck

Music

Marching 110
Wind Ensemble
Kappa Kappa Psi

David Humeston

Finance, MIS,
Business Economics

Residence Life

Portfolio Management Group

Jazz Band

Kimberly Humphreys

Social Work

Psychology
Kappi Phi
SSWA

Gregory Huston

Marketing

Phi Gamma Nu
Intramural Sports

Kimberly Irwin

Marketing, Management
Information Systems

Laura Jackson

Journalism

OU Advertising Association

Emily Jacobs

Meteorology

Cheerleading

Amanda Jacubec

English

Athens Chamber of Commerce

Volunteer

Tiana Jessie

Health Care Administration,

Long-Term Care Administration

OURS

Residence Life

Links

Matthew Johnson

Visual Communications

Amanda Joos

Hearing, Speech and
Language Sciences

NSSLHA
Volunteer
OSLHA

Michael Johnston

Telecommunications

U.S. Army

Lori Joseph

Telecommunications

Association of Women in Communications
Delta Gamma
The Post

Bridget Kaminski

Finance
Alpha Kappa Psi
Corporate Leadership Fellows
Student Alumni Board

Lauren Kappa

Organizational Communications

Chi Omega

Student Alumni Board

Fashion Associates

Craig Katz

Sports Industry

William Kennedy

Civil Engineering

Scott Kilgore

Finance

Sigma Alpha Epsilon

University Program Council

Paul Kilian

Marketing
AppalAction
Alpha Kappa Psi
Club Lacrosse

Emily King

Early Childhood
Education

Alpha Omicron Pi
Golden Key
Kappa Delta Pi

Jennifer Kishpaugh

Political Science, Pre-Law
Alpha Delta Pi
Order of Omega
Rho Lambda

Tart Kittle

Middle Childhood Education

Jill Klimpel

Spanish

Students for a FreeTibet

Jitterbug Club

Emily Kohler

English

ACRN

Sigma Tau Delta

Kara Kostko

Journalism

Fitness Instructor

Omicron Delta Kappa

Society of Professional Journalists

Jennifer Kowaluk

Visual Communications

Alpha Omicron Pi

Women's Panhellenic Association

NCASC

Jennifer Lambert

Journalism
Athena Yearbook

Kimberley Lamtaes
Journalism

Intramural Football
Intramural Softball

Tiffany Lamp

Long-Term Health Care
Administration

Elizabeth Lapka

Sports Industry

Carrie Lauer

Journalism
Phi Gamma Nu
Golden Key
PRSSA

Michael Lee

Finance

OURS

Financial Management Society
Council of Student Leaders

Robin LeFevre

Integrated Mathematics Education,

Mathematics

Pi Beta Phi

Jared Leiby

Chemical Engineering

AlChE
Intramural Sports

Samantha Lemaster

Food Service Management

Mary Beth Leslie

Marketing

American Marketing Association
Student Alumni Board

Lauren LeValley

Electrical Engineering

ThetaTau

IEEE

Intramural Sports

Amanda Lightle

Early Childhood Educatit

Human and Consumer Sciences
Minor

Janice Lineberger

Marketing

Marcie Linz

Visual Communications

AIGA
PACE
Alpha Lambda Delta

Jessica Livingston

Marketing

m v 1

Joshua Lodgson

Interior Decorating

Daniel Lowe

Journalism

Nicole Mackey

Journalism
Newman Community
ACRN

Kierston Mallernee

Political Science
Students Defending Students
Phi Alpha Delta

Steve Manalac
Electrical Engineering
Intramural Basketball

Caroline Manley

English
Alpha Delta Pi
SigmaTau
Order of Omega

May Anne Marck

Art History

Kacey Marshall

Retail Merchandising
OU Fashion Associates

Ryan Marthey

Civil Engineering

ASCE

Intramural Football

Laura Martini

Hearing, Speech and
Language Sciences

Delta Gamma

Lamar Martin

Organizational Communications

Danette Mascik

Middle Childhood Education

Angela Massimino

Exercise Physiology

Melanie Mastell

Education

Stacey Matoney

Finance

Delta Sigma Pi

NRHH

Intramural Volleyball

Susan Maxwell

Sports Industry

Delta Sigma Pi

Ohio Business Fellows

Intramural Sports

Nicole Maynes

Psychology

Psi Chi

Phi Beta Kappa

Michelle Mazzaro

Secondary Math Education
Delta Zeta
Order of Omega
Rho Lambda

Kristin McCarthy

Telecommunications

PhiMu

Order of Omega

Omicron Delta Kappa

Erin McCracken

Visual Communications
ATCO Volunteer

Jane McKenzie

Art Education

NAEA

Kennedy Museum Outreach

Programs Assistant

Keisha McNeil

English

Robert Metzger

Journalism

Sharon Metzung

Journalism

Association for Women in Communications
Society of Professional Journalists
College of Communications Student
Advisory Board

Justin Middaugh
Mechanical Enginering

ASME

WaterskiTeam
Snow SkiTeam

Shawn Middaugh

Mechanical Engineering

ASME

Alicia Miller

Education

Zach Miller

Exercise Physiology
Campus Crusade for Christ
Tennis Club
Wellworks

Lauren Miska

Political Science

Lauren Miskewycz

Chemical Engineering
Alpha Phi Omega

Travis Mohler

Management Information Systems
BetaTheta Pi

Robert Moran

Theater

Jessica Moskwa

Journalism

University Program Council

Michael Moss

Management Information Systems,
Finance, Spanish

AITP

Intramural Sports

Christopher Mowder

Visual Communications

Athena Yearbook

Christina Mullin

Journalism

WOUB
RTNDA

Justin Nails

Industrial Technology

NSBE

Kristen Nay

History
Delta Gamma

Matthew Neely

Special Education

Club Rugby

Rebecca Norton

Music

Stephanie Norwood

Biological Sciences

Tri-Beta Honor Society
Omicron Delta Kappa
SI Leader

Mahrya O'Connor

Sociology
Criminology Club

Jelena Oliger

Actuarial Sciences

Ryan Opperman

Janet Oravetz

Management Information Systems

Journalism

Water Ski Team

Habitat for Humanity

Phi Alpha Delta

Crew Team

AITP

WOUB

Kathy Jo Osman

Journalism
Alpha Delta Pi
Rho Lambda
Honors Council

Lisa Owen

Marketing, Finance

Spanish Minor

Alpha Delta Pi

Corporate Leadership Fellows

College of Business Connect

Sara Paoletta

Management Information Systems

Erica Papp

Education

Golden Key
Intramural Sports

Aundrea Parker

Dietetics

James Patterson

Visual Communications

Athena Yearbook

NPPA

Sara Payton
Hearing, Speech and
Language Sciences

NSSHLA
Intramural Sports

Kathryn Peletz

Special Education

Golden Key

Council for Exceptional Children

Ann Peppard

Human Resource Management
Delta Sigma Pi

SHRM

Joseph Pierson

Pre-Med
Omicron Delta Kappa
Alpha Chi Sigma
AppalAction

Alex Pittman

Geography
Geography Club
Meteorology Club

Edward Piatt Jr.

Communications

Joshua Poland

Journalism
WOUB

Intramural Soccer
Intramural Basketball

Kelly Posavad

Early Childhood Education

Brendan Reade

History

Intramural Softball

Intramural Basketball

Student Conservation Association

Christopher Reddick

Telecommunications

Phi KappaTau
Athens Video Works
OUMUG

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Danielle Reese

Journalism
Beta Alpha Psi

Elizabeth Reese

Journalism

PRSSA

Student Alumni Board

Campus Tour Guide

David Rees

Computer Science

Julie Reichert

Interior Decorating

Vanessa Reif

Journalism

Campus Crusade for Christ

PRSSA

Mortar Board

Sandra Renn

Journalism
Alpha Phi Omega

Rion Richardson

Marketing
Alpha Psi Lambda
Sigma Alpha Psi

Katherine Rife

Hearing, Speech and
Language Sciences

Campus Crusade for Christ

NSSHLA

Phi Kappa Phi

Tracy Robertson

Biological Sciences
Aerobics Instructor

David Robinson

Geographic Information Systems

Marching 110
Kappa Kappa Psi

Chris Rogers

Management Information Systems

AITP

Sigma Alpha Epsilon

Andrew Roman

Journalism

The Post

Theta Chi

Society for News Design

Lindsay Rosbrook

Spanish

Alpha Gamma Delta

Kari Rosenberg

Visual Communications

Jacquelyn Ruback

Political Science

Senior Class Secretary
SCAC

Lori Rubenstein

Early Childhood Education
Delta Gamma
Kappa Delta Pi

Diane Rubin

Interior Architecture

Business Minor
Women's Golf
OU Design Group

Jeffrey Ruzicska

Psychology

Psi Chi
Golden Key
Phi Beta Kappa

Krista Sagers

Telecommunications
Athens Video Works
Golden Key
Intramural Sports

Stacy Schilt

Education

Elizabeth Schmitt

Art Education

Kappa Delta Pi

Gina Schoon

Family Studies

AAFCS

Jennifer Schutte

Retail Merchandising
Intramural Sports

Tina Shalek

Marine Biology
Tri Beta Honor Society
Golden Key

Michael Shaw

Accounting, Finance

Robert Shinault

Marketing

AITP

BBBBHHH

Mark Shrout

Wildlife Biology
Wrestling

Stephanie Siek

Journalism
The Post

Model UN

Society of Professional Journalists

Brian Silverman

Journalism

Matthew Sitchanoff

History
Soccer Referee

Carrie Slonaker

Retail Merchandising

Sara Smeltzer

Psychology

iecky Smith

Psychology

Bradley Smith

Sports Industry

Krista Smith

Health and Human Services

Barry Smudz

Finance

Peter Snyder

Education

CARE Education Program
Habitat for Humanity

Gregory Sostaric

Management

Information Systems

Sigma Phi Epsilon

AITP

Snowcats Ski Club

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Richard Spellman

ndustrial Technology

Jaime Sprengal

Psychology, Pre-Physical Therapy

James Stair

Sports Industry

PhysicalTherapy Club
Psi Chi Club
Intramural Sports

Megan Staley

Psychology
Psi Chi
Golden Key

Megan Starr

Accounting
Beta Alpha Psi
Beta Gamma Sigma
Ohio Society of CPAs

Kathleen Schmidt

Special Education

Gymnastics Team

DUSAC for College of Education

Joshua Stegman

Math Education
Kappa Delta Pi
Phi Delta Kappa
Varsity Cheerleader

Sheila Steinke

Journalism
Track and Field
Women's Chorale
Golden Key

Shannon Stephan

Chemical Engineering

Society of Women's Engineering
Engineering Student Council Representative
Broomball

Shawn Stepner

Journalism

Alpha Epsilon Pi

Katie Straub

Integrated Mathematics Education

Sigma Tau Delta
Kappa Delta Pi

Karen Strejnowski

Organizational
Communications

Sociology Minor
Intramural Softball
Intramural Volleyball

Justin Stuempfle

Telecommunications

Singing Men of Ohio

Morgan Summa

Interpersonal Communications
Resident's Action Council
Student Leadership Consultants
Residence Life

Tara Summerfield

Early Childhood Education

Jason Tackett

Special Education

Sigma Delta Pi

Council for Exceptional Children

Golden Key

Stephanie Tasker

Music

Aaron Tate

Exercise Physiology

ew Thackeray

'litical Science

)UB

tens Video Works

Camala Thompson

History, Political Science
EquestnanTeam
International Affairs
Democrats on Campus

Russell Tigue

Economics
Psychology Minor
Club Baseball
Intramural Sports

MaryTimm

Secondary Education

Intramural Soccer
Kappa Delta Pi

Molly Tinker

Journalism

English Minor
Athena Yearbook
CampusTour Guide
Golden Key

John Tompkins

Communications
Systems Management

mesTouave

tmputer Science

iss Country
lege Republicans
ithlon Club

Daniel Towarnicke

Organizational Communications

Michael Van Lenten

Telecommunications

Jeanne Vemell

Organizational Communications

Ambrosia Walker

Communication
Systems Management

Tae Kwon Do Club
SICM

Erin Wallace

Sports Industry

OU Sport Marketing Club

Student Advisory Council

Jeffrey Wallace

Specialized Studies

Maureen Wargo

Chemical Engineering
Omega Chi Epsilon
AlChE
Intramural Soccer

Kimberlea Warren

Family Studies

Child Assault Prevention Project

Patrick Watson

Accounting

Scott Weaver

Environmental and Plar-
Biology

Jill Webb

Early Childhood Education

Shalyn Weber

Economics

Erin Weiland

Communication Systems Management
Kappa Phi

Jena Weirich

Interpersonal Communication
Resident's Action Council
Student Leadership Consultants
National Residence Hall Honorary

Sarah Welch

Journalism

Society of Professional Journalists

Jillian Welsh

Journalism
The Post
Ohio Journalist
Golden Key

Daniel Wendorf

Human Resource Management
Campus Crusade for Christ
Corporate Leadership Fellows

SHRM

Elizabeth Wessel

Early Childhood Education

Phi Mu

Campus Recreation

AbbieWhelan

Social Work

SSWA Volunteer

Anne Whidden

Psychology
Alpha Phi Omega
Habitat for Humanity
Intramural Sports

Alicia Whissel

Visual Communications
Athena Yearbook

Johnathan Whitney

Health and Human
Services

Maggie Wickline

Visual Communications

Robert Wight

Organizational Communications

Nicole Willaman

Journalism

RTNDA

Omicron Delta Kappa

Golden Key

Mary Williams

Mathematics
Track

Allison Willis

Visual Communications

AIGA
Golden Key

Kelly Wills

Telecommunications

Alpha Phi Omega
Athens Video Works
Women's Chorale

Laura Wills

Biological Sciences

Michael Wills

Electrical Engineering

Sarah Winters

Middle Childhood Education
Kappa Delta Pi

Dean's Undergraduate Student
Advisory Council

Shawnda Wolfe

Journalism

WOUB

Society of Professional Journalists

RTNDA

Sze Zela Wong

Computer Science

CMSC

AITP

Tracy Woodall

Interpersonal Communication
Golden Key
Lambda Pi Eta

Marcus Wunderle

Education

Men's CrewTeam

Jessica Yenser

Hearing, Speech and
Language Sciences

Women's Crew Team
Habitat for Humanity

Amanda Yoli

Art Education

United Art League
NAEA

Elisabeth Yost

Arts and Sciences

Meredith Young

Early Childhood Education
Kappa Delta Pi
Mortar Board
Omicron Delta Kappa

Allison Ziska

Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences
Campus Crusade for Christ
NSSLHA
Mortar Board

Jonathan Zenz

Telecommunications

ThankYou

Timothy A. Price
James Rodgers
Lureen Bailey
Robin Fritts
Joel Siegel

Baker Center

Educational Services, Inc.

Jostens

Lauren Studios

Student Activites Council

The Post

The Post Technical Support

E.W. Scripps School of Journalism

Letter from the Editor

Dear Readers,

What you are holding in your hands is the result of many hours of hard
work. Writers, photographers and designers came together to produce
a publication that would aptly represent the life of the Ohio University
student body. These staff members included students from the Schools
of Journalism, Visual Communications, Psychology, Fine Arts and
Interpersonal Communication.

Although the staff was small, it was a committed group who was will-
ing to take time away from classes, jobs and other commitments to
show you the "Faces" of Ohio University. Through this effort, we our-
selves have learned much about the character of the university and the
individual faces that surround us. Each page within this book tells a dif-
ferent story of a different group, and it was our privilege to learn these
stories firsthand. With interviews and photographs, we have tried to
capture the spirit, community, diversity and culture that exist on this
campus. In turn, we have learned where we might fit into this picture.

Ohio University is a special place, and each student that passes through
makes a unique mark on its history and its future. I hope this book will
help you to remember your role in this community of thousands and
allow you to hold these memories close in years to come.

Sincerely,
Molly Tinker
Editor-in-Chief

Colophon and Letter fron the Editor

Colophon

The 98th edition ofThe Athena Yearbook, "Faces," was produced by stu-
dents at Ohio University in Athens, Ohio, from August 2002-June 2003.
The full-color yearbook covers fall through winter quarters in one hard-
bound edition, and covers spring quarter in a 32-page supplement.
Both will be either picked up by students or mailed in the summer of
2003.

The cover and pages were designed in QuarkXPress 4.0 on Apple com-
puters: two iMacs and a G3. Other software applications used include
Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop 5.5 and 6.0 and Microsoft Word. A
Nikon Coolscan II negative scanner was used for nearly all photo-
graphs. Others were scanned on a Silverscanner II. All pre-press pro-
duction was done in-house with page negatives delivered to the print-
er, Jostens, in Clarksville,Tennessee. Robin Fritts was the Josten's rep-
resentative.

Senior portraits were taken by a contracted outside studio, Lauren
Studios, of Rochester, N.Y. The representative was Joel Siegel.
Education Services, Inc. of Atlanta, Ga., collected corporate advertising
and was represented by Paul Wimmler.

Four-process color was used for all pages. The font used throughout
the book was Univers.

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